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schistosome

/ˈʃɪs.tə.soʊm/

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noun

/ˈʃɪs.tə.soʊm/C2formalscientific
  • ruПаразитический плоский червь, обитающий в кровеносных сосудах млекопитающих и вызывающий шистосомоз.

A parasitic flatworm that lives in the blood vessels of mammals, causing schistosomiasis.

  1. C2formalmedical

    A type of parasitic flatworm that lives in the blood vessels of mammals, including humans, and causes schistosomiasis.

    ruПаразитический плоский червь

    • The schistosome parasite is transmitted through contact with contaminated water.
    • Researchers are studying the life cycle of the schistosome to develop better treatments.
    • Schistosome infections can lead to chronic health issues if left untreated.

    Synonymsblood fluke

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