schistosomiasis japonica
noun
schistosomiasis ja·pon·i·ca
-jə-ˈpän-i-kə
: schistosomiasis caused by a schistosome (Schistosoma japonicum) occurring chiefly in eastern Asia and the Pacific islands and predominantly involving infestation of the portal and mesenteric veins see katayama syndrome
Cite this Entry
“Schistosomiasis japonica.” Merriam-Webster.com Medical Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/medical/schistosomiasis%20japonica. Accessed 26 Mar. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share