Unusual schistosomiasis presentation and challenges in non-endemic regions
This case highlights the importance of identifying an atypical presentation of early chronic schistosomiasis, which challenges classical clinical patterns. An initial lack of response to treatment does not necessarily require a change in strategy, and clinical experience in non-endemic areas can help avoid invasive procedures. Serological diagnosis is commonly used, particularly in non-endemic regions, and it can help in monitoring treatment response in pediatric patients.
Authors
- Èlia Domènech
- Carlos Rodrigo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1140-2585)
- Gema Fernández‐Rivas (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4854-5934)
- M Barranquero Arola
- Juan Navarro‐Morón
- Sílvia Roure (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7982-0890)
- Clara Carreras‐Abad (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9068-3233)
- María Méndez (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5890-5679)
Institutions
- North Metropolitan Health Service (AU)
- Hospital Universitari Germans Trias i Pujol (ES)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Tropical Pediatrics
- Published
- 2025-08-08
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1093/tropej/fmaf040
- Primary Topic
- Parasites and Host Interactions
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00