Title of article :
Ascaris lumbricoides infection: an unexpected cause of pancreatitis in a western Mediterranean country
Author/Authors :
Galzerano, A. Santa Maria della Misericordia Hospital - Department of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care, Italy , Sabatini, E. Santa Maria della Misericordia Hospital - Department of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care, Italy , Durì, D. Sant Antonio Hospital - Department of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care, Italy
Abstract :
Ascaris lumbricoides is a nematode parasite, endemic in the Middle East and South America, especially in rural countries. Ascariasis infection causes about 20 000 deaths every year, usually as a result of intestinal occlusion, and it contributes to infant malnutrition.
Journal title :
Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal
Journal title :
Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal
