Concept information
Preferred term
balantidiasis
Type
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Topic
Definition
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Infection by parasites of the genus Balantidium. The presence of Balantidium in the large intestine leads to diarrhea; dysentery; and occasionally ulcer.
Source: Medical Subject Headings 2018
Type: Concept definition
Broader concept
Synonyms
- Balantidium infections
- Balantioides infections
In other languages
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Spanish
URI
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/318388
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