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Gnathostomiasis: an emerging imported disease.

David A J Moore1, Janice McCroddan, Paron Dekumyoy

  • 1Imperial College, London, UK.

Emerging Infectious Diseases
|June 5, 2003
PubMed
Summary

International travel increases exposure to rare tropical helminthic parasites like Gnathostoma spinigerum. This case series highlights gnathostomiasis, an underdiagnosed infection, in non-endemic regions.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Parasitology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Global Health

Background:

  • International travel facilitates the spread of tropical helminthic parasites into non-endemic regions.
  • Gnathostoma spinigerum infection, causing gnathostomiasis, is increasingly encountered globally.
  • Clinician unfamiliarity with gnathostomiasis contributes to its underdiagnosis.

Observation:

  • A case series of patients with gnathostomiasis treated over 12 months at a London-based hospital is presented.
  • Patients presented with clinical manifestations of Gnathostoma spinigerum infection.
  • The study focuses on cases diagnosed and managed in a non-endemic setting.

Findings:

  • The case series details the clinical presentation and management of gnathostomiasis.
  • It underscores the diagnostic challenges posed by this parasitic infection in non-endemic areas.
  • The study highlights the importance of recognizing imported parasitic diseases.

Implications:

  • Increased awareness among clinicians is crucial for timely diagnosis and treatment of gnathostomiasis.
  • This highlights the need for enhanced surveillance of imported parasitic infections.
  • Understanding travel-related disease patterns is vital for public health preparedness.

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