The Journal Of Parasitology Majalah

Helminth infections are caused by parasitic worms (including tapeworms and roundworms). These diseases are associated with poverty, and in school-age populations in developing countries, intestinal helminth infections rank first among the causes of all communicable and noncommunicable diseases. This book is based on papers presented at an OECD conference, held in Bali, Indonesia in February 2000, which sought to review activities for the control of diseases due to soil-transmitted helminth infections in Indonesia and neighbouring countries.

First multi-year cumulation covers six years: 1965-70.

Approximately 600 references to books and journal articles. "Inclusion in this bibliography is based on their pertinence to the traditional or indigenous form of medical systems practiced by the various races." Alphabetical listing by authors. Each entry gives bibliographical information. Contains a list of sources, journals cited, definitive bibliography, supplement to bibliography, and subject index.

Taenia solium cysticercosis is a parasitic disease caused by the dissemination of the larval form of the pork tapeworm and affects an estimated 50 million people worldwide. It is endemic in several developing countries, including many in Central and South America, Africa and South Asia. Through increased immigration and international travel, it is also of emerging significance in developed countries such as the USA.This book, written by international leading experts in the field, covers the basic science and clinical aspects of Taenia solium, its pathology, investigational aspects of neurocysticercosis, and therapy and prevention