Although uncommon, what intestinal parasite is known to leave the colon and cause metastatic diseases, especially liver abscesses?

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Entamoeba histolytica is the only intestinal parasite among the options that can leave the colon and cause metastatic diseases, including liver abscesses. Giardia lamblia, Cryptosporidium parvum, and Microsporidia typically stay within the gastrointestinal tract and do not spread to other organs.

Although Uncommon, What Intestinal Parasite Is Known to Leave the Colon