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Anisakis simplex: current knowledge.

V Pravettoni¹, L Primavesi, M Piantanida

¹Clinical Allergy and Immunology Unit, Foundation IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, via Pace, 9, 20122 Milan, Italy. v.pravettoni@policinico.mi.it

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Anisakiasis is a parasitic infection from eating raw fish contaminated with Anisakis simplex larvae. It causes digestive issues and allergic reactions, with endoscopic removal and consumer education being key prevention strategies.

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Area of Science:

Parasitology
Foodborne Diseases
Immunology

Background:

Anisakiasis is a fish-borne parasitic disease caused by Anisakis simplex larvae.
It affects the digestive tract, causing lesions, and can trigger allergic reactions like anaphylaxis.
Global incidence is around 20,000 cases annually, with high rates in Japan, Spain, the Netherlands, and Germany.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the causes, clinical manifestations, and management of anisakiasis.
To highlight the immunological responses and allergens involved in Anisakis infections.
To emphasize preventive measures against this foodborne illness.

Main Methods:

Review of existing literature on Anisakiasis.
Analysis of epidemiological data and clinical case reports.
Discussion of immunological mechanisms and allergen identification.

Main Results:

Anisakis larvae cause parasitic infections and allergic reactions.
Immune responses involve T-lymphocytes, IgE production, eosinophilia, and mastocytosis.
Allergens like Ani s 1 and Ani s 7 are associated with infection status.

Conclusions:

Endoscopic larval removal is the primary treatment for anisakiasis.
Consumer education on the risks of raw fish consumption is crucial for prevention.
Avoiding raw or undercooked fish and cephalopods is the best protective measure.