Abstract |
The high incidence in South Africa of hydatid disease caused by Echinococcus granulosus is indicated. Preliminary experience in the treatment of cysts with high doses of mebendazole ( Vermox; Ethnor) is presented. The low toxicity of mebendazole as reported in the literature is confirmed.
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Authors | H J Kayser |
Journal | South African medical journal = Suid-Afrikaanse tydskrif vir geneeskunde
(S Afr Med J)
Vol. 58
Issue 14
Pg. 560-3
(Oct 04 1980)
ISSN: 0256-9574 [Print] South Africa |
PMID | 7423294
(Publication Type: Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
- Benzimidazoles
- Mebendazole
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Topics |
- Adolescent
- Adult
- Aged
- Benzimidazoles
(therapeutic use)
- Child
- Echinococcosis
(drug therapy, epidemiology)
- Female
- Follow-Up Studies
- Humans
- Male
- Mebendazole
(therapeutic use)
- Middle Aged
- South Africa
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