In the Dawn of an Early Invasion: No Genetic Diversity of in Ecuador?

The nematode has been reported worldwide. However, some basic questions remain unanswered about . in Ecuador: (1) Was the invasion of .

Angiostrongylus (Parastrongylus) cantonensis on intermediate and definitive hosts in Ecuador, 2014-2017.

Introduction: Angiostrongylus cantonensis is a serious public health problem and is widely distributed in the country. When the parasite infects the snails, it becomes deeply embedded in their interior and accidentally, it can infect people and other mammals. Objective: To establish the geographical distribution of A.