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  • Zoonotic Diseases
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  • Dirofilariasis is an uncommon zoonotic parasitic infection.
  • Transmitted by mosquito vectors, it affects various hosts, including humans.
  • In humans, Dirofilaria infections typically manifest as nodules in the lungs, subcutaneous tissue, peritoneal cavity, or eyes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report a rare case of human dirofilariasis.
  • To describe the subcutaneous presentation of the infection.
  • To contribute to the understanding of Dirofilaria epidemiology in humans.

Main Methods:

  • Case report.
  • Clinical presentation and diagnostic findings were documented.
  • The location of the subcutaneous nodule was specified as the paramammary region.

Main Results:

  • A case of human dirofilariasis was identified.
  • The presentation was characterized by a subcutaneous nodule.
  • The nodule was located in the paramammary region.

Conclusions:

  • Dirofilariasis can present with subcutaneous nodules.
  • The paramammary region is a potential site for this parasitic infection.
  • Awareness of diverse clinical presentations is crucial for diagnosis.