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Human and animal cystic echinococcosis in Konya, Turkey: molecular identification and the first report of E. equinus from human host in Turkey.
Parasitology research - 1 Feb 2021
Macin Salih, Orsten Serra, Samadzade Rugıyya, Colak Bayram, Cebeci Hakan, Fındık Duygu
Abstract excerpt
Cystic echinococcosis is a neglected, zoonotic disease in Turkey. The disease is commonly seen in rural areas where the local population is in close contact with livestock and dogs. This research aimed to molecularly identify of hydatid cysts in cattle and human isolates from Konya, Turkey. Following sample collection, direct microscopy was performed. After direct examination, total DNA was extracted, and...
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