Toxocariasis: pathology
Written and reviewed by Dr Ibrahim Imam, Consultant Neurologist. Last reviewed .
Toxocariasis: pathology. This is caused by Toxocara canis and cati. The hosts are dogs and cats. Fully referenced neurology checklist.
Pathology
- This is caused by Toxocara canis and cati
- The hosts are dogs and cats
- The infection is acquired by ingesting the eggs in soil or food
- It may also be acquired by ingesting the larvae in meat
Classification
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Systemic toxocariasis (larva migrans): types
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