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Schistosoma  

Type

  • Topical Descriptor

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • Bilharzia
  • Bilharzias

Note

  • general or unspecified; prefer specifics; infection equals SCHISTOSOMIASIS; coordinate with specific precoordinated helminth terms (ANTIGENS, HELMINTH, etc.) if pertinent

Scope note

  • A genus of trematode flukes belonging to the family Schistosomatidae. There are over a dozen species. These parasites are found in man and other mammals. Snails are the intermediate hosts.

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D012547

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