Mechanisms of Skin Penetration by 'Schistosoma mansoni' Cercariae.

Abstract

This report discusses the final status of studies of the mechanisms by which cercariae of the human parasite, Schistosoma mansoni, penetrate the skin of vertebrate hosts. These studies were undertaken to investigate means by which the processes can be controlled for possible therapeutic and prophylactic intervention.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 25, 1977
Accession Number
ADA040614

Entities

People

  • Marc H. Dresden

Organizations

  • Baylor College of Medicine

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Animals
  • Biochemistry
  • Connective Tissue
  • Medical Personnel
  • Membranes
  • Parasites
  • Parasitology
  • Schistosoma
  • Schistosoma Mansoni
  • Tissues

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

Readers

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  • Systems Analysis and Design