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Baylisascaris procyonis Roundworm Infection in Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Washington, USA, 2022
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6 2023
Source: Emerg Infect Dis. 2023; 29(6):1232-1235 -
Alternative Title:Emerg Infect Dis
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Description:We describe a case of Baylisascaris procyonis roundworm infection in a child in Washington, USA, with autism spectrum disorder. Environmental assessment confirmed nearby raccoon habitation and B. procyonis eggs. B. procyonis infections should be considered a potential cause of human eosinophilic meningitis, particularly among young children and persons with developmental delays.
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Pubmed ID:37209678
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Pubmed Central ID:PMC10202880
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