Hymenolepis infection epidemiology and demographics

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• In temperate areas its incidence is higher in children and institutionalized groups.

• Hymenolepis infections were previously common in the southeastern USA, and have been described in crowded environments and individuals confined to institutions. However, the disease occurs throughout the world.
• Hymenolepis nana is the most common cause of all cestode infections, and is encountered worldwide.
• Hymenolepis diminuta, while less frequent, has been reported from various areas of the world.

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