TAENIA SAGINAGA (TAPE WORM) Flashcards
1
Q
2ND CAUSATIVE AGENT
A
taenia saginata (beef worm)
2
Q
disease
A
taeniasis
3
Q
modes of trasmission
A
eating raw or undercooked beef containing the larvae.
4
Q
pathogenic
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It attaches to the wall of intestine and rakes about 3 months to grow measures 6 meters (18 feet).
asymptomatic except for vague abdominal discomfort.
5
Q
treatment
A
niclosamide
6
Q
prevention
A
adequate cooking of beef
proper disposal of human waste
