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Trichuris muris Infection: A Model of Type 2 Immunity and Inflammation in the Gut
Published on: May 24, 2011
Computed tomographic findings of trichuriasis
Naime Tokmak1, Zafer Koc, Serife Ulusan
1Baskent Universitesi Adana Hastanesi Dadaloglu Mah. Serin Evler 39. Sok. No: 6 01250 Yuregir, Adana, Turkey. koczafer@gmail.com.
World Journal of Gastroenterology
|July 11, 2006
Summary
Computed tomography revealed colonic trichuriasis in a 75-year-old man with abdominal pain. This is the first report showing computed tomographic findings for this parasitic infection.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Parasitology
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Colonic trichuriasis is a parasitic infection caused by Trichuris species.
- Diagnosis is typically confirmed through stool examination or colonoscopy.
Observation:
- A 75-year-old male presented with abdominal pain and weight loss.
- Computed tomography (CT) demonstrated irregular and nodular thickening of the cecum and ascending colon.
Findings:
- CT findings, while nonspecific, are consistent with colonic trichuriasis.
- Pathologic analysis and stool flotation confirmed the presence of adult Trichuris.
Implications:
- Computed tomography may serve as an initial diagnostic indicator for colonic trichuriasis.
- This case highlights the utility of cross-sectional imaging in identifying parasitic infections of the colon.
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