Mansonic neuroschistosomiasis in the childhood: an undiagnosed pathology?
Childs Nerv Syst
; 39(2): 481-489, 2023 02.
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ABSTRACT
Schistosomiasis is an endemic parasitic disease in several tropical countries. In Brazil, the only prevalent species of parasite responsible for schistosomiasis is Schistosoma mansoni. Neuroschistosomiasis is the second most frequent form of infection and the primary ectopic manifestation, with predominant involvement of the lower thoracic spinal cord and lumbar and lumbosacral regions. The frequent contact of children with contaminated ponds and the immaturity of their immune systems make this age group especially susceptible to infection by this parasite. Therefore, neuroschistosomiasis mansoni should always be considered in cases of transverse myelitis in children from endemic regions. The treatment for this condition is quite simple and effective, resulting in total recovery of neurological deficits if the diagnosis is made early.
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Bases de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Enfermedades de la Médula Espinal
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Neuroesquistosomiasis
Límite:
Animals
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Child
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Humans
País/Región como asunto:
America do sul
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Brasil
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Childs Nerv Syst
Asunto de la revista:
NEUROLOGIA
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PEDIATRIA
Año:
2023
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Brasil