Filariasis is caused by nematode parasites of the order Filariae, namely Wuchereria bancrofti and Brugia malayi. Splenic involvement can occur in extralymphatic or Meyers Kouwenar syndrome. Gross specimen can show nodules or diffuse enlargement. Microscopy showed cylindrical microlariae with eosinophilic microabscesses.
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