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A subcutaneous nodule was detected by sonogram. Size: 10.3 x 10 mm. Depth: 11.3 mm.
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Soft tissue sonography showed that the nodule was adherent to the epithelia (Figure 1).
Microscopic view of cross-sections of the nematode (hematoxylin and eosin stain, original magnification 125x).
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Unexpectedly, pathological examination revealed Dirofilaria infection (Figures 2 and 3).
Microscopic view of cross-sections of the nematode (hematoxylin and eosin stain, original magnification 400x).
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Unexpectedly, pathological examination revealed Dirofilaria infection (Figures 2 and 3).