Learning goals
- Compare and contrast the epidemiology, clinical features, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of common intestinal roundworms and tapeworms including Enterobius, Ascaris, Ancylostoma (hookworm), Strongyloides, Taenia solium, Echinococcus, and Diphyllobothrium
- Describe the pathogenesis and type of anemia related to heavy hookworm infections
- Describe the epidemiology, pathogenesis, and clinical features of Strongyloides hyperinfection
- Compare and contrast the management/treatment of roundworm, common tapeworm, and fluke infections
This second parasitology session focuses on helminths, commonly called “worms.” We have selected the most relevant organisms to review in detail with a focus on clinical aspects of the disease, epidemiologic associations, and basics of treatment. Large-group session will be interactive question/answer and audience response. There will be opportunity to engage with your colleagues to solve clinical cases.
Pre-session preparation, to familiarize yourself with the names/types of pathogens to be discussed, will maximize what you get from the sessions.
Required pre-class materials
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Nematodes: Enterobius, Ascaris, and Ancylostoma
These are pared-down summaries of the most salient information for each organism. If you need/want more information, see the textbook recommendations below. -
Cestodes: Taenia solium and Diphyllobothrium
Recommended study materials
These are not required. They are a curated list of resources that are of highest yield for the stated learning objectives.
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- Focus on Enterobius, Ascaris, Ancylostoma, and Strongyloides
- Focus on beef, pork, and fish tapeworm
- P-5.1 (intestinal nematodes)
- P-6.1 (Cestodes)
- P-6.2 (Trematodes)