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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Cutaneous leishmaniasis is rare in the Netherlands but endemic in Syria.
  • The disease has a potential for late manifestation years after initial exposure.
  • Increased Syrian refugee migration necessitates heightened awareness of this condition.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the importance of considering cutaneous leishmaniasis in Syrian refugees.
  • To emphasize the diagnostic considerations for this rare condition in a non-endemic setting.
  • To underscore the impact of timely treatment on long-term cosmetic results.

Main Methods:

  • A case study of a 5-year-old Syrian boy presenting with hepatosplenomegaly.
  • Incidental finding of a solitary, erythematous plaque on the cheek.
  • Differential diagnosis including visceral leishmaniasis due to hepatosplenomegaly.
  • Confirmation of cutaneous leishmaniasis through investigations.

Main Results:

  • A 5-year-old Syrian refugee was diagnosed with cutaneous leishmaniasis.
  • The patient presented with hepatosplenomegaly and a characteristic skin lesion.
  • Diagnosis was confirmed despite the rarity of the disease in the Netherlands.

Conclusions:

  • Cutaneous leishmaniasis should be considered in Syrian refugees with ulcerating nodules or plaques.
  • Prompt local treatment can positively influence long-term cosmetic outcomes.
  • Increased vigilance is necessary due to the rising incidence in Syria.