Same parasite, different outcomes: unraveling the epidemiology of Leishmania infantum infection in Brazil and Spain.
Trends Parasitol
; 39(9): 774-785, 2023 09.
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ABSTRACT
Human leishmaniosis caused by Leishmania infantum is an important health problem worldwide. One of the main aspects arousing interest is the epidemiological scenario surrounding Le. infantum infection in the New World (NW) and Old World (OW). This parasite was introduced to the Americas during European colonization leading to different epidemiology outcomes, even more enigmatic in the face of global changes. Thus, this review aims to highlight the differences and similarities between Le. infantum epidemiology between Brazil (NW) and Spain (OW), as both countries are leading the total number of leishmaniosis cases in their respective continents. Grounded on a systemic view, this article also draws attention to possible common innovative strategies to rethink ways of controlling infections caused by Le. infantum.
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Parasitos
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Leishmaniose
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Leishmania infantum
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Leishmaniose Visceral
Tipo de estudo:
Screening_studies
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Animals
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Humans
País/Região como assunto:
America do sul
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Brasil
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Europa
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En
Ano de publicação:
2023
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Article