article · World Journal of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

Colonic schistosomiasis mimicking cancer, polyp, and inflammatory bowel disease: Five case reports and review of literature

Sebhatleab Mulate
Rodas Temesgen
Hailemichael Desalegn Mekonnen
Abel Tenaw Tasamma
Abdulsemed Mohammed Nur
Hidaya Y Mohammed
Esmael M Dawud
Kinfe W Ekubazgi
Meron B Hailemeskel
Shimelis A Yimer

20243 citationsOpen accessAddis Ababa University

Abstract

Intestinal schistosomiasis can present with features mimicking other gastrointestinal conditions. This disease should be a diagnostic consideration in patients who live in or have traveled to endemic areas.

Research topics

Parasites and Host Interactions
Global Health Workforce Issues
Global Health and Surgery

Sustainable Development Goals

Good Health and Well-being

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DOI: 10.4253/wjge.v16.i8.472

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