The following worm was retrieved during a screening colonoscopy near the ileocecal valve: (CLICK ON IMAGES TO ENLARGE)
By gently 'prodding' the worm with an applicator stick, the following eggs were expressed:
Identification?
QUESTION: (Mayo Medical Students - Please answer on Blackboard)
Which of the following are true regarding this parasite?
1. It is an intestinal trematode (fluke)
2. Symptoms of infection tend to increase with worm burden
3. Ongoing autoinfection results in long lasting infection (decades)
4. Infection is acquired following ingestion of undercooked meat
5. Eggs are infectious within hours of being laid
Many thanks to Bill Pasculle who donated this interesting case and beautiful photographs!
