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Two case reports on visceral leishmaniasis diagnosed in Romania
Marian Ghervan Gogoaşe1, Irina Teodorescu, Carmen Preda
1Fundeni Clinical Institute, University of Bucharest, Faculty of Biology, Romania.
Roumanian Archives of Microbiology and Immunology
|August 17, 2013
Summary
Two cases of visceral leishmaniasis (Leishmania donovani complex) were identified in Romania. Local transmission is suspected, potentially increasing due to climate change favoring sandfly vectors.
Area of Science:
- Medical Parasitology
- Infectious Diseases Epidemiology
Background:
- Visceral leishmaniasis, caused by Leishmania donovani complex species, is a serious parasitic disease.
- Understanding transmission dynamics is crucial for public health interventions.
Observation:
- Two cases of visceral leishmaniasis were diagnosed at Fundeni Clinical Institute.
- Potential infection sources included travel to Italy and residence/work in Southwest Romania (Dolj County).
- The second case involved residence in Northeast Romania (Iaşi County) with work in the Southwest zone.
Findings:
- Evidence suggests local transmission of visceral leishmaniasis in Romania.
- The geographical spread and persistence of Leishmania vectors may be influenced by environmental factors.
Implications:
- Autochthonous and allochthonous Phlebotomus vector species' survival and multiplication are favored by rising temperatures.
- Continued warming trends could lead to amplified and extended local transmission of visceral leishmaniasis in Romania.
- This highlights the need for enhanced surveillance and control strategies for leishmaniasis in the region.
