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Diphyllobothrium latum

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Background

A type of tapeworm infection

Clinical Features

Differential Diagnosis

Workup

Management

Praziquantel 5-10 mg/kg x 1 dose
Replete vitamin B12 if patient has megaloblastic anemia

Disposition

See Also

External Links

Sources

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