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Devdas Acharya¹, Priyank S Chatra, Sunil Rao Padmaraj

¹Department of Radiology, Yenepoya Medical College, Deralakatte, Mangalore 575018, Karnataka, India.

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Subcutaneous dirofilariasis, a rare parasitic infection, was diagnosed in an infant using ultrasonography. This case highlights the importance of considering this condition even in very young patients.

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Area of Science:

Parasitology
Medical Diagnostics
Pediatric Diseases

Background:

Subcutaneous dirofilariasis is a parasitic infestation endemic to Mediterranean regions like Italy.
It is sporadically reported in India, primarily in Kerala.
Infantile presentation of this condition is exceptionally uncommon.

Observation:

A case of subcutaneous dirofilariasis occurred in an infant.
The parasitic infestation presented in the subcutaneous tissue.
Diagnosis was aided by advanced imaging techniques.

Findings:

Ultrasonography played a key role in diagnosing the subcutaneous dirofilariasis.
Surgical confirmation validated the ultrasonographic findings.
The case involved a pediatric patient, adding to its rarity.

Implications:

This case underscores the need to consider subcutaneous dirofilariasis in pediatric differential diagnoses, even in non-endemic settings.
Ultrasonography is a valuable tool for the early detection of subcutaneous parasitic infections.
Further research may elucidate the epidemiology and clinical spectrum of dirofilariasis in infants.