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Isolation and Characterization of Extracellular Vesicles from Adult Schistosoma japonicum
Published on: May 22, 2018
[Intermittent hematuria. Vesical schistosomosis. Concerning one case].
D Morales Senosiáin1, J Molina, A Martínez Oríz
1Servicio de Pediatría, Hospital Virgen del Camino, Pamplona, 31008, Spain. dmorales@cfnavarra.es
Anales Del Sistema Sanitario De Navarra
|September 10, 2009
Summary
Vesical schistosomiasis, a parasitic bladder infection, presents as persistent hematuria unresponsive to standard treatments. Increased immigration from endemic regions necessitates greater awareness of this emerging parasitic disease.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Infectious Diseases
- Parasitology
Background:
- Vesical schistosomiasis is a parasitic infection caused by Schistosoma haematobium.
- It is endemic in many parts of Africa and the Middle East.
- Increasing global migration patterns are leading to its emergence in non-endemic regions.
Observation:
- A clinical case of vesical schistosomiasis is presented as unusual in the local environment.
- The patient presented with intermittent hematuria lasting several weeks.
- The hematuria did not resolve with conventional treatments.
Findings:
- The case highlights the importance of considering vesical schistosomiasis in patients with persistent, unexplained hematuria.
- Prompt diagnosis and appropriate antiparasitic treatment led to a satisfactory resolution.
- Complications of the disease were successfully avoided.
Implications:
- Healthcare providers in non-endemic areas need heightened awareness of emerging parasitic infections like schistosomiasis.
- Early recognition and management are crucial for preventing severe complications.
- Public health strategies should address the impact of immigration on the epidemiology of neglected tropical diseases.
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