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Schistosomiasis.

Philip T LoVerde1,2

  • 1Department of Biochemistry and Structural Biology, University of Texas Health, San Antonio, TX, USA. loverde@uthscsa.edu.

Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology
|July 13, 2019
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Schistosomiasis is a devastating infectious disease affecting millions globally, causing significant mortality and morbidity. This comprehensive overview details parasite biology, epidemiology, immunopathology, treatment, control, and cutting-edge genomics research.

Area of Science:

  • Tropical Medicine
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Parasitology

Background:

  • Schistosomiasis is a major global health concern, second only to malaria in infectious disease impact.
  • Affecting over 250 million people worldwide, it causes approximately 280,000 deaths annually.
  • Key human-infecting species include Schistosoma mansoni, S. japonicum, and S. haematobium.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive overview of schistosomiasis.
  • To cover essential aspects including parasite biology, epidemiology, and immunopathology.
  • To discuss current and future research directions in treatment, control, and genomics.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and synthesis of existing research on schistosomiasis.
  • Compilation of information on parasite life stages, disease progression, and clinical manifestations.
Keywords:
CercariaGranulomaIntestinalMale–female interplayPraziquantelSchistosomiasisSnailTrematodeUrogenital

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  • Overview of control strategies, treatment options, and advancements in genomics and proteomics.

    • Main Results:

    • Schistosomiasis imposes a significant burden of mortality and morbidity globally.
    • Detailed descriptions of schistosome life stages and their impact on human health are presented.
    • Current treatment regimens, control programs, and emerging genomic/proteomic research are discussed.

    Conclusions:

    • A thorough understanding of schistosomiasis is crucial for effective disease management and control.
    • Advances in molecular biology offer new avenues for investigating schistosome biology.
    • Continued research and integrated control efforts are vital to reduce the global impact of schistosomiasis.