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Diversity of trematode larvae in Indoplanorbis exustus from Phayao Lake, northern Thailand: Genetic evidence of Schistosoma spindale and a potential novel Schistosomatid associated with swimmer's itch.
Veterinary parasitology, regional studies and reports - 1 Feb 2026
Japa Ornampai, Phuangsri Chorpaka, Phuhadsuan Thatchanan, Songsarn Kittiphong, Boonsit Kulnida, Srithongchang Jidapa, Muengnil Kanokwan, Wongkamphoo Tanchanok, Bunsong Thanakon, Watchararangsiman Ratchapong, Soda Sirasit
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Indoplanorbis exustus, a pulmonate snail, is an important component of freshwater ecosystems and serves as the primary intermediate host for the larval stages of several medically and veterinary significant trematodes. However, data on its infection status and associated trematode species in the Phayao Lake area of northern Thailand are currently lacking. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of...
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