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Schistosomiasis mansoni -- clinical features.

L C Da Silva1, P P Chieffi, F J Carrilho

  • 1Department of Gastroenterology, Tropical Medicine Institute, University of São Paulo, School of Medicine, São Paulo, Brazil. fjcarril@usp.br

Gastroenterologia Y Hepatologia
|February 5, 2005
PubMed
Summary

This review covers Schistosoma mansoni, a widespread human parasite found globally. It details the natural history, clinical presentations, diagnosis, and treatment of mansonic schistosomiasis.

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Area of Science:

  • Parasitology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Schistosoma mansoni is a globally prevalent parasitic worm responsible for schistosomiasis.
  • This trematode is endemic in both the Old and New Worlds, affecting millions of people.
  • Understanding its natural history is crucial for disease control.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive review of Schistosoma mansoni.
  • To elucidate the natural history of mansonic schistosomiasis.
  • To summarize current knowledge on clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and treatment.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of Schistosoma mansoni.
  • Analysis of epidemiological data.
  • Synthesis of clinical information on schistosomiasis.

Main Results:

  • Schistosoma mansoni exhibits a broad geographical distribution.
  • The review outlines diverse clinical forms of the disease.
  • Diagnostic and therapeutic strategies are discussed.

Conclusions:

  • Mansonic schistosomiasis presents with varied clinical outcomes.
  • Accurate diagnosis and effective treatment are essential for managing the disease.
  • Further research may improve control strategies for this neglected tropical disease.

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