schistosomal

/ʃɪsˈtoʊsəməl/
adjective
  1. Relating to or caused by parasitic flatworms of the genus Schistosoma.
    • Public health campaigns focus on preventing schistosomal diseases in rural communities.
    • The patient was diagnosed with a schistosomal infection after traveling to a tropical region.
    • Schistosomal eggs can cause severe damage to the liver and intestines.