Sonographic Diagnosis of Ascariasis Lumbricoides Presenting As a Case of Massive Abdominal Swelling: A Case Study

Ajadi TA, Kiridi EK, Aremu AA, Kiridi EGE

Abstract: Intestinal parasitic infections are common in childhood and feacal laboratory analysis has been the mainstay of diagnosis. With advancement in technology, the diagnosis of parasitic infections with high resolution ultrasound scan is now possible. We present a case a case of ascariasis lumbricoides diagnosed on ultrasound.

Keywords: Sonography, Ascariasis Lumbricoides, Abdominal Swelling

How to Cite?: Ajadi TA, Kiridi EK, Aremu AA, Kiridi EGE, "Sonographic Diagnosis of Ascariasis Lumbricoides Presenting As a Case of Massive Abdominal Swelling: A Case Study", Volume 7 Issue 1, January 2018, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 826-828, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=ART20178407, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/ART20178407

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