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[Food-borne trematodiases].

Remco Kruithof1, Véronique Erard2

  • 1Service de médecine Interne, Hôpital intercantonal de la Broye, 1530 Payerne.

Revue Medicale Suisse
|October 13, 2017
PubMed
Summary

Food-borne trematodiases, caused by consuming raw aquatic foods, pose health risks globally. Prevention and control are vital to combat these neglected tropical diseases.

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Area of Science:

  • Parasitology
  • Public Health
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Food-borne trematodiases are parasitic infections transmitted via undercooked aquatic food.
  • Prevalence is high in Southeast Asia and Latin America, but global spread occurs due to trade and travel.
  • Clinical signs affect the liver, intestines, and lungs, with cholangiocarcinoma as a severe complication.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize the epidemiology, clinical manifestations, and control of food-borne trematodiases.
  • To highlight the importance of prevention and control measures.
  • To note the inclusion of trematodiases in the WHO's neglected tropical diseases program.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on food-borne trematodiases.
  • Analysis of transmission routes and geographical distribution.
  • Summary of clinical presentations and complications.
  • Overview of available treatments and public health strategies.

Main Results:

  • Infections are linked to consuming contaminated raw or undercooked aquatic foods.
  • Hepatobiliary, intestinal, and pleuropulmonary symptoms are common.
  • Cholangiocarcinoma is a significant, severe outcome of chronic infection.
  • Effective drug therapies exist, but prevention is key.

Conclusions:

  • Food-borne trematodiases represent a significant global health concern.
  • Integrated prevention and control strategies are essential for disease mitigation.
  • Inclusion in WHO's NTD program underscores the need for continued attention and intervention.

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