Ovarian schistosomiasis: challenges of a neglected ectopic involvement of blood flukes. Case report and review of literature

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Authors

Edrick Elias · Catholic University of Health and Allied Sciences

Valeria Silvestri · Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences

Vivian Mushi · Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences

Martina Mandarano · University of Perugia

Abstract

More studies are needed on ovarian FGS and its impact on women fertility to guide specific interventions targeting vulnerable population of childbearing age, contributing to the NTD WHO 2030 aim of eliminating schistosomiasis as a matter of public health.

Topics & Keywords

Parasites and Host Interactions Global Maternal and Child Health

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Pathologica

Volume 115, Issue 4, pp. 237-245

DOI: 10.32074/1591-951x-891

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