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'''Stellantchasmus''' is a genus of [[trematode]] [[parasites]] that infects the [[intestines]] of [[fish-eating birds]] and [[mammals]]. The most notable species within this genus is ''Stellantchasmus falcatus'', which is known to cause [[parasitic infections]] in humans. | |||
== | ==Life Cycle== | ||
The life cycle of ''Stellantchasmus'' involves multiple hosts. The [[adult flukes]] reside in the intestines of [[definitive hosts]], which include birds and mammals. Eggs are released into the environment through the host's feces. These eggs hatch into [[miracidia]], which then infect [[snail]]s, the first [[intermediate host]]. Inside the snail, the miracidia develop into [[sporocysts]], then [[rediae]], and finally into [[cercariae]]. The cercariae leave the snail and infect [[fish]], the second intermediate host, where they encyst as [[metacercariae]]. When a definitive host consumes infected fish, the metacercariae develop into adult flukes in the host's intestines. | |||
==Symptoms in Humans== | |||
In humans, infection with ''Stellantchasmus falcatus'' can lead to [[gastrointestinal symptoms]] such as [[abdominal pain]], [[diarrhea]], and [[nausea]]. In severe cases, it may cause [[intestinal obstruction]] or [[perforation]]. | |||
== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of ''Stellantchasmus'' infection is typically made by identifying the characteristic eggs in [[stool samples]] using [[microscopy]]. | |||
==Treatment== | |||
The treatment for ''Stellantchasmus'' infection involves the use of [[anthelmintic drugs]] such as [[praziquantel]]. | |||
==Prevention== | |||
Preventive measures include avoiding the consumption of raw or undercooked fish, especially in areas where the parasite is endemic. Proper cooking of fish can kill the metacercariae and prevent infection. | |||
== See Also == | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Trematode]] | |||
* [[Parasitic infection]] | |||
* [[Praziquantel]] | |||
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* [https://www.cdc.gov/parasites/ CDC - Parasites] | |||
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[[Category:Trematodes]] | |||
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[[Category:Zoonoses]] | [[Category:Zoonoses]] | ||
Latest revision as of 20:34, 30 December 2024
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| ICD-9 | 359.0 |
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Stellantchasmus is a genus of trematode parasites that infects the intestines of fish-eating birds and mammals. The most notable species within this genus is Stellantchasmus falcatus, which is known to cause parasitic infections in humans.
Life Cycle[edit]
The life cycle of Stellantchasmus involves multiple hosts. The adult flukes reside in the intestines of definitive hosts, which include birds and mammals. Eggs are released into the environment through the host's feces. These eggs hatch into miracidia, which then infect snails, the first intermediate host. Inside the snail, the miracidia develop into sporocysts, then rediae, and finally into cercariae. The cercariae leave the snail and infect fish, the second intermediate host, where they encyst as metacercariae. When a definitive host consumes infected fish, the metacercariae develop into adult flukes in the host's intestines.
Symptoms in Humans[edit]
In humans, infection with Stellantchasmus falcatus can lead to gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and nausea. In severe cases, it may cause intestinal obstruction or perforation.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of Stellantchasmus infection is typically made by identifying the characteristic eggs in stool samples using microscopy.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment for Stellantchasmus infection involves the use of anthelmintic drugs such as praziquantel.
Prevention[edit]
Preventive measures include avoiding the consumption of raw or undercooked fish, especially in areas where the parasite is endemic. Proper cooking of fish can kill the metacercariae and prevent infection.
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
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