New insights in diagnosing Schistosoma myelopathy.
J Infect
; 60(3): 244-7, 2010 Mar.
Article
em En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-20004686
ABSTRACT
At present non-invasive tests for diagnosing Schistosoma myelopathy are sub-optimal. We present a novel serological method, using paired liquor and serum samples, resulting in the diagnosis of Schistosoma myelopathy in a male patient with proximal muscle weakness. The patient recovered after praziquantel treatment.
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Coleções:
01-internacional
Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Schistosoma
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Esquistossomose
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Doenças da Medula Espinal
Tipo de estudo:
Diagnostic_studies
Limite:
Adult
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Animals
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Humans
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Male
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Infect
Ano de publicação:
2010
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Holanda