Article: Parasitic Infections of the Gastrointestinal Track and Liver
Authors: Annie L Braseth, David E Elliott, M Nedim Ince
Journal: Gastroenterol Clin North Am. 2021 Jun;50(2):361-381
Abstract:
Parasites have coevolved with humans. Several of them colonize the human body and establish a symbiotic relationship. Other parasites cause severe and lethal diseases. Prevalence of parasitic infections is decreased in highly industrialized countries, largely due to enforced hygienic practices. In contrast, parasites cause significant morbidity and mortality in parts of the world with barriers to effective public hygiene. Some parasites have emerged as potent pathogens in specific patient populations, such as immune suppressed individuals, regardless of sanitation. This article reviews common parasites encountered in clinical practice and, in the setting of host-parasite symbiosis, discusses their immune regulatory role.
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