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Lymphoscintigraphy in Unilateral Lower Limb and Scrotal Lymphedema Caused by Filariasis
Lymphedema is the edema that results from chronic lymphatic insufficiency. Lymphatic filariasis is caused by the filarial nematodes Wuchereria bancrofti, Brugia malayi, and Brugia timori. Lymphatic filariasis is common in tropical and subtropical regions. Early diagnosis and prompt therapy can be im...
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| Formato: | Online Artículo Texto |
| Lenguaje: | English |
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The American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene
2012
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| Acceso en línea: | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3516097/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23222136 http://dx.doi.org/10.4269/ajtmh.2012.12-0422 |