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Amoebic Abscess: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment by Arie Gradiyanto is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This document discusses amoebic abscess caused by the protozoan Entamoeba histolytica. It causes a parasitic infection called amoebiasis that is second only to malaria as a protozoan cause of death worldwide. The life cycle and pathogenesis of E. histolytica are described, as well as its clinical features, complications, diagnosis and management. Prevention focuses on improved sanitation, clean water and vaccination research.
- Author
- Arie Gradiyanto
- Language
- EN