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[Peritoneal dirofilariasis fortuitously disclosed].

L De Gentile1, H Cerez, H François

  • 1Laboratoire de Parasitologie-Mycologie, CHRU, Angers.

Bulletin De La Societe De Pathologie Exotique (1990)
|January 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary

A case of peritoneal dirofilariasis, likely caused by Dirofilaria repens, was found incidentally in a woman undergoing surgery for intestinal cancer in Southern France. This highlights the importance of recognizing parasitic infections in endemic areas.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary parasitology
  • Human parasitic infections
  • Histopathology

Background:

  • Dirofilariasis is a parasitic disease caused by filarial worms of the genus Dirofilaria.
  • Peritoneal dirofilariasis is a rare manifestation, often linked to Dirofilaria repens.
  • Southern France, including Provence and Corsica, is an area endemic for Dirofilaria repens.

Observation:

  • A 52-year-old woman presented for surgical treatment of intestinal adenocarcinoma.
  • The discovery of the Dirofilaria parasite within the peritoneal cavity was incidental during the surgery.
  • The patient resided in an endemic region of Southern France.

Findings:

  • Histological examination confirmed the presence of a Dirofilaria parasite, likely Dirofilaria repens, in the peritoneal cavity.

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  • The parasite's morphology was detailed through histopathological analysis.
  • This case represents a rare occurrence of peritoneal dirofilariasis.

    • Implications:

    • This finding underscores the potential for incidental parasitic discoveries during unrelated surgical procedures.
    • It emphasizes the need for increased awareness of dirofilariasis in endemic regions, even in non-typical locations like the peritoneum.
    • Histopathological identification is crucial for accurate diagnosis and understanding of parasitic zoonoses.