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[Diphyllobothrium latum: case report in Brazil]
Vanessa Erichsen Emmel1, Everton Inamine, Carina Secchi
1Departamento de Genética, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alegre, RS. vemmel80@yahoo.com.br
Revista Da Sociedade Brasileira De Medicina Tropical
|February 28, 2006
Summary
Diphyllobothriasis, a tapeworm infection, occurs from eating raw fish. This case report details the first Brazilian patient infected with Diphyllobothrium latum.
Area of Science:
- Parasitology
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
Background:
- Diphyllobothriasis is a parasitic infection caused by Diphyllobothrium tapeworms.
- Infection is acquired through the consumption of raw or undercooked freshwater fish.
- Diphyllobothrium latum is a common species implicated in human infections.
Observation:
- A patient presented with symptoms suggestive of parasitic infection.
- The patient reported a history of consuming crustaceans and fish.
- Microscopic examination of stool revealed gravid proglottids and operculated eggs characteristic of Diphyllobothrium latum.
Findings:
- The case confirmed human infection with Diphyllobothrium latum.
- This represents the first reported case of diphyllobothriasis in Brazil.
- The etiological agent was identified through parasitological examination of stool samples.
Implications:
- Highlights the potential for diphyllobothriasis emergence in new geographical regions.
- Underscores the importance of food safety practices regarding raw fish consumption.
- Emphasizes the need for increased surveillance and diagnostic capabilities for parasitic infections in Brazil.