A case report on rare finding of microfilaria in pus sample of an ulcer over elephantiasis leg
Key Clinical Message Skin ulcerations are a significant cause of morbidity and can be challenging to manage. Among the various causes of chronic non‐healing ulcers, lymphedema is also considered a possible diagnosis in countries such as Nepal. Lymphatic filariasis has been a significant public healt...
Main Authors: | Manoj Adhikary, Kshitiz Pandey, Sadikchya Lamichhane, Pratik Pandey |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wiley
2023-10-01
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Series: | Clinical Case Reports |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.8102 |
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