Imported cutaneous leishmaniasis: molecular investigation unveils Leishmania major in Bangladesh.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND:The main clinical forms of leishmaniasis in Bangladesh are visceral leishmaniasis and post-kala-azar dermal leishmaniasis, which are caused by Leishmania donovani. Imported cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL) is emerging globally due mainly to increased human mobility. In recent years, several imported CL cases have also been reported in Bangladesh. Sporadic atypical cases of CL can be challenging for diagnosis and clinical management, while occurrence of infection on a frequent basis can be alarming. We report of a case of a Bangladeshi temporary-migrant worker who, upon return, presented development of skin lesions that are characteristic of CL. METHODS:A serum sample was collected and tested with an rK39 immunochromatographic test. Nucleic acid from skin biopsy derived culture sampl

SUBMITTER: Khan MAA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6836376 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature