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Ectopic Schistosomiasis Involving Axillary Lymph Nodes.
Xia Chen1,2, Nian'an He1
1Department of Ultrasound, the First Affiliated Hospital, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei 230032, Anhui, People's Republic of China.
The Korean Journal of Parasitology
|January 2, 2023
Summary
Ectopic schistosomiasis, a rare condition, was diagnosed in a woman's axillary lymph nodes. This marks the first documented case of Schistosoma infection in this specific location.
Area of Science:
- Parasitology
- Infectious Diseases
- Histopathology
Background:
- Schistosomiasis typically affects the urinary tract and intestines.
- Ectopic schistosomiasis involves parasite presence in unusual body locations.
- Axillary lymph node involvement is an extremely rare manifestation.
Observation:
- A 53-year-old woman presented with a persistent armpit mass.
- The mass was located in the right axillary lymph nodes.
- Symptoms had been present for over one month.
Findings:
- Histological examination of lymph node biopsy revealed granulomas.
- Calcified Schistosoma eggs were identified within the granulomas.
- This confirmed axillary lymph node schistosomiasis.
Implications:
- This case expands the known spectrum of ectopic schistosomiasis.
- Highlights the importance of considering parasitic infections in differential diagnoses.
- Suggests the need for awareness among clinicians regarding rare presentations of Schistosoma.
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