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Phenotypic characterization of Schistosoma mansoni adult worms recovered from undernourished mice: a morphometric study focusing on the reproductive system.
Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical - 1 Jan 2000
Neves Renata Heisler, Oliveira Sheila Andrade, Machado-Silva José Roberto, Coutinho Eridan, Gomes Delir Corrêa
Abstract excerpt
A morphometric study focusing on some features of the reproductive system of Schistosoma mansoni adult worms was performed, aiming to complete previously reported data concerning the effects of undernourishment of the host on the parasites. Male worms were significantly affected (p<0.05) regarding the testicular lobes.
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