Impact ID | 7382 |
Impact Type | Human Health |
Study Type | Observational |
Study Location | Laboratory |
Impact Description | Pomacea maculata is a host for the parasite Angiostrongylus cantonensis, which can cause eosinophilic meningitis in humans if ingested raw or undercooked. |
Reference | 42292 |
Great Lakes Region | No |
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