Case of megaloblastic anemia caused by intestinal taeniasis

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作者：

Peter Vuylsteke

Celine Bertrand

Gregor E. G. Verhoef

Peter Vandenberghe

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[1] University Hospital Leuven,Hematology Unit, Department of Internal Medicine & Center of Human Genetics

来源：

Annals of Hematology | 2004年 / 83卷

关键词：

Megaloblastic anemia; Taeniasis;

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摘要：

A 61-year-old eutrophic male was diagnosed with vitamin B12 deficiency and megaloblastic anemia. A modified Schilling test suggested intestinal malabsorption unrelated to intrinsic factor deficiency. Subsequent colonoscopy revealed the presence of a Taenia tapeworm. The anemia resolved within days under therapy with niclosamide and temporary vitamin B12 supplements. The present case suggests that, in addition to other well-known parasitic agents, e.g., Diphyllobothrium latum and Giardia lamblia, Taenia infestation can also be a cause of intestinal vitamin B12 malabsorption.

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