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===Introduction===
===Introduction===
''Oxyuris equi'' is a pinworm, found specifically in horses. It is seen relatively commonly, and its presence is often a result of poor worming protocol. caecum; large intestine; rectum.
====Identification====
====Identification====
The male worms are smaller, generally less than 1cm in length.
The male worms are smaller, generally less than 1cm in length.
The '''O. equi''' eggs are ovoid, and yellow. The egg shell is thick, and is slightly flattened on one side. They are 80-90µm in size.
The ''O. equi'' eggs are ovoid, and yellow. The egg shell is thick, and is slightly flattened on one side. They are 80-90µm in size.
==== Life-Cycle ====
==== Life-Cycle ====