This parasite is apparently spreading due to globalization via increased travel, international trade, and animal introductions. Spreading was seen in Europe, North America, and Asia. Especially foxes are spreading this parasite in many regions worldwide.
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Davidson RK et al (2012) The impact of globalization on the distribution of Echinococcus multilocularis. Trends Parasitol 28:239–247
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Mehlhorn, H. (2015). Echinococcus multilocularis Agent of a Spreading Disease. In: Mehlhorn, H. (eds) Encyclopedia of Parasitology. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-27769-6_4610-1
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