Clinical variability of Toxocara canis infection in children
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https://doi.org/10.52692/1857-0011.2023.3-77.22Keywords:
toxocarosis, clinical manifestations, childrenAbstract
Toxocariasis maintains significant relevance at present. This study focuses on presenting the diversity of clinical symptoms and the specific clinical course of toxocariasis in children. Early diagnosis becomes crucial for initiating effective antiparasitic treatment, thereby contributing to reducing the risk of recurrence and chronicity of the condition.
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