Review of Dirofilariasis in Man.
Abstract
Dirofilaria immitis is found in the heart and subcutaneous tissue of mammals throughout the United States. The life cycle is indirect requiring a mosquito for the infective stage to develop. In humans, the predominate infection is in women over thirty-five years of age having a home in southern states. Although infection rates are small, the medical profession must remain aware of the possibility of the disease.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1976
- Accession Number
- ADA023607
Entities
People
- Jeffrey L. Hess