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Preferred term

Onchocerciasis  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • Infection with nematodes of the genus ONCHOCERCA. Characteristics include the presence of firm subcutaneous nodules filled with adult worms, PRURITUS, and ocular lesions.

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In other languages

  • French

  • Infections à Onchocerca
  • Maladie de Robles

URI

http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-NP4ST4G4-Z

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