opisthorchiasis

• Eine durch parasitäre Saugwürmer der Gattung Opisthorchis verursachte Infektionskrankheit, die meist durch den Verzehr von rohem oder unzureichend gegartem Fisch erworben wird und häufig in Teilen Südo– und Ostasiens vorkommt.

A medical condition involving infestation with parasitic flukes, typically acquired by consuming raw or undercooked fish, and commonly found in parts of eastern Asia.

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   A disease caused by infection with parasitic flatworms (flukes) of the genus Opisthorchis, typically acquired by consuming raw or undercooked freshwater fish.

   Parasitäre Infektion

   • Opisthorchiasis is endemic in parts of Southeast Asia and Eastern Europe.
   • Chronic opisthorchiasis can lead to serious complications like bile duct cancer.
   • The diagnosis of opisthorchiasis is confirmed by finding eggs in the stool.