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Revision as of 00:56, 19 September 2014
Background
- A type of tapeworm infection
Clinical Features
- Usually asymptomatic, may have GI symptoms[1]
- Rarely, migrating proglottids can cause cholangitis, cholecystitis, or intestinal obstruction
- Competes for absorption of vitamin B12, causes pernicious anemia
Differential Diagnosis
Workup
Management
- Praziquantel 5-10 mg/kg x 1 dose
- Replete vitamin B12 if patient has megaloblastic anemia
Disposition
See Also
External Links
Sources
- ↑ CDC