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Case Report: Two Cases of Strongyloidiasis Presenting with Thrombotic Events
Mara Waters1, Sigmund Krajden2,3, Christie Kim3
1Department of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.
The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene
|June 21, 2019
Summary
Two unusual cases of strongyloidiasis presented as extensive thrombosis. This research explores risk factors and management for Strongyloides stercoralis infection and thromboembolism.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Hematology
- Parasitology
Background:
- Strongyloides stercoralis is a nematode parasite with complex life cycle.
- Strongyloidiasis can manifest in various clinical forms, including hyperinfection and disseminated disease.
- Thromboembolic events are not commonly associated with Strongyloides stercoralis infection.
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