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Abstract:
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Dogs are the final host for a group of very small tapeworms whose scientific name is Echinococcus. These tapeworms can also mature in other carnivores, including dingoes, foxes and cats. They have an intermediate life cycle in the form of a 'hydatid cyst' in other animals including kangaroos, sheep, pigs and humans. The cystic stage in these animals and humans causes a disease known as hydatidosis or echinococcosis. Covers the life cycle of the tapeworm, symptoms of infection, public health significance,
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