Trichuris Trichuris (whipworm) (3 of 4)

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Endoscopy Image of Trichuris Trichuris (whipworm) Trichuris trichiura, commonly referred to as a whipworm, has a worldwide distribution, particularly among countries with warm, humid climates. The morphology was that of Trichuris trichiura (whipworm) In retrospect, the thin head (whip) portion of the worm could be seen embedded in the cecal mucosa while the thicker portion (whip-handle) was visible within the lumen.

tags: Trichuris trichiura whipworm parasite colonoscopy caecum

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