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Onchocerciasis MeSH Descriptor Data 2025


MeSH Heading
Onchocerciasis
Tree Number(s)
C01.610.335.508.700.750.361.699
C01.610.858.650
C17.800.838.775.690
Unique ID
D009855
RDF Unique Identifier
http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D009855
Annotation
coordinate with NEGLECTED DISEASES if pertinent
Scope Note
Infection with nematodes of the genus ONCHOCERCA. Characteristics include the presence of firm subcutaneous nodules filled with adult worms, PRURITUS, and ocular lesions.
NLM Classification #
WC 885
Date Established
1966/01/01
Date of Entry
1999/01/01
Revision Date
2019/06/17
Onchocerciasis Preferred
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