Filariasis
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Ahmed Elsaiey, MBBCH [2] Synonyms and keywords: Elephantiasis, Filarial elephantiasis, Loaisis
Overview
Historical Perspective
Classification
Pathophysiology
Causes
Differentiating Filariasis from other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk factors
Screening
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
Diagnosis
History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | Xray | CT scan | MRI | Ultrasound | Other imaging findings | Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Medical Therapy | Surgery | Primary Prevention | Secondary prevention | Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy | Future or Investigational Therapies