| MainRef: | Arthur, J.R. and S. Lumanlan-Mayo 1997 | ||
| Disease name: | Haplorchis Infestation 1 Parasitic infestations (protozoa, worms, etc.) | ||
| Country: | Philippines | Year: | 1938 |
| Locality: | Luzon | ||
| Diseases occurred in: | eggs | fry | females | in the wild |
| larvae | juveniles | males | in culture |
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| Intensity: | Mortality: | ||
| Type of culture: | Water temp.: | ||
| Remarks: | Infestation commonly occurs in the musculature. This parasite is associated with human myocardial complications and heart failure due to the blockage of coronary vessels by the parasite's eggs. This eggs enter the circulatory system via the intestinal mucosa. Infection of humans occur when the host fish is eaten raw or inadequately cooked. | ||
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