Infections and infestations of the gastrointestinal tract. Part 2: Parasitic and other infections

R. Sinha; A. Rajesh; S. Rawat; P. Rajiah; I. Ramachandran

doi:10.1016/j.crad.2011.10.022

Infections and infestations of the gastrointestinal tract. Part 2: Parasitic and other infections

R. Sinha, A. Rajesh, S. Rawat, P. Rajiah, I. Ramachandran

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The purpose of this article is to provide a comprehensive review of the imaging findings of various parasitic infestations and other miscellaneous infections affecting the gastrointestinal tract. Barium examinations play an important role in the diagnostic workup of parasitic intestinal infections. Knowledge of differential diagnosis, sites of involvement, and imaging features of different infections and infestations can help in accurate diagnosis and guide treatment.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	495-504
Number of pages	10
Journal	Clinical Radiology
Volume	67
Issue number	5
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.crad.2011.10.022
State	Published - May 2012

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Radiology Nuclear Medicine and imaging

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