Parasites causing biliary obstruction – Microbiology MCQ

Which of the following parasites can cause biliary obstruction?

A. Clonorchis sinensis

B. Enterobius ( Pin worm)

C. Strongyloides stercoralis

D. Ancylostoma duodenale

Correct answer : A. Clonorchis sinensis

Parasites which can cause biliary obstruction:

Cestodes – Echinococcus granulosus
Trematodes – Fasciola hepatica, Opisthorchis, Clonorchis sinensis
Nematodes – Ascaris lumbricoides

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