Diphyllobothrium infection generally occurs in the Northern Hemisphere (Europe, newly independent states of the Former Soviet Union, North America, Asia), but has been reported in Uganda and Chile. Fish infected with Diphyllobothrium larvae may be transported to and consumed in any area of the world.
Who is at highest risk for Diphyllobothriasis ?
Diphyllobothrium infection generally occurs in the Northern Hemisphere (Europe, newly independent states of {{ORGANIZATION}}, North America, Asia), but has been reported in Uganda and Chile. Fish infected with Diphyllobothrium larvae may be transported to and consumed in any area of the world.