Hookworm (redirected from Hookworm infections)

hookworm /hook·worm/ (hook´werm) a nematode parasitic in the intestines of humans and other vertebrates; two important species are Necator americanus (American, or New World, h.) and Ancylostoma duodenale (Old World h.). Infection may cause serious illness; see under disease, and see ground itch, under itch.

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hook·worm (hkwûrm)

n.

Any of numerous small parasitic nematodes of the family Ancylostomatidae having hooked mouthparts with which they fasten themselves to the intestinal walls of various hosts, including humans.

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Hookworm

Parasitic intestinal infestation caused by any of several parasitic nematode worms of the family Ancylostomatidae. These worms have strong buccal hooks that attach to the host's intestinal lining.

Mentioned in: Antihelminthic Drugs

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hookworm

nematodes of the genera ancylostoma, bunostomum, gaigeria, necator, uncinaria.

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hookworm dermatitis

penetration of the skin by third-stage larvae of the hookworm species causes an inflammatory reaction. Can occur in many species, but seen particularly in dogs on skin that comes in contact with the ground. See also cutaneous larva migrans.

hookworm disease

see bunostomiasis, ancylostomiasis, uncinariasis.