Historical Aspects of Echinococcosis

Eckert, Johannes; Thompson, R. C. A.

doi:10.1016/bs.apar.2016.07.003

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“…Based on the small numbers of primates exposed and the numerous cases described, the susceptibility of monkeys to AE exacerbated by the infection pressure in captivity is considered to be very high. 2.2.1.1.2 Alveolar echinococcosis in humans Central Europe has been a known core endemic area for AE since the end of the 19th century [for historical review see [chapter: Historical Aspects of Echinococcosis by Eckert and Thompson (2017)]. Historically, human AE cases distinct from CE were reported first from the Jura and Alps.…”

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“…transmitted from carnivores. The history of these two distinct diseases has been reviewed in chapter 'Historical Aspects of Echinococcosis' by Eckert and Thompson (2017). In this chapter, the causative agents of human CE (a complex of several species with additional genotypes) are referred to using the well-recognized genotype terminology (G1eG10), although a more formal taxonomic nomenclature has now been proposed by Thompson (2017) in chapter 'Biology and Systematics of Echinococcus'.…”

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“…The history of echinococcosis dates back to Antiquity [3]. The adult E. granulosus produces eggs that are released in the stool of infected canines.…”

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Breast Hydatid Cyst - Case Report

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“…The adult tapeworm lives in the small intestine of dogs, which are most important definitive host. The gravid proglottids pass in the feces and rupture releasing eggs that swallowed by the sheep (the most common intermediate host) [1,2]. Human could become an accidental intermediate host when he comes in contact with infected definite host (e.g.…”

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Hydatid Disease in the Western Region of Saudi Arabia, A University Medical Center Experience

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2019

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Hydatid disease (HD) is a zoonotic infection caused by larval stage of Echinococcus granulosus. It is a worldwide health problem causing significant socioeconomic impact. This retrospective study included 19 patients diagnosed with HD at a university medical center between 2007 and 2019 in Western Region of Saudi Arabia. There were 68% (n=13) males and 32% (n=6) females (mean age 40 ± 17 years). The clinical presentations were variable and non-specific. The affected organs were as follows: liver (68%), lung (32%), soft tissue (11%), peritoneal nodule (5%), kidney (5%), and brain (5%). Multiple organ involvement and combined liver and lung were seen in 26% (n=5) and 16% (n=3) of the patients, respectively. The mean diameter of cyst was 8.98 ± 1.77 cm. Serology confirmatory test was positive in 95% (n=18) of the patients. Blood eosinophilia was noticed in 32% (n=6) of the patients. Histopathological and cytological features include laminated cyst wall, inner germinal layer and protoscolices. Management included cyst resection or PAIR (Puncture, Aspiration, Injection of protoscolicidal agent and Re-aspiration) technique combined with anthelmintic drugs. The overall recurrence rate was 7.5% and 60% for surgery and PAIR, respectively. Overall mortality rate was 0%. In conclusion, considering that there is no pathognomonic clinical feature for HD, it may lead to confusion and delaying in diagnosis. Good history including exposure to dogs in the endemic areas, good imaging modalities and the proper use of serology might help for suspecting HD. The histopathological findings are valuable in confirming diagnosis of HD.

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Historical Aspects of Echinococcosis

Cited by 84 publications

References 122 publications

Global Distribution of Alveolar and Cystic Echinococcosis

Global Distribution of Alveolar and Cystic Echinococcosis

Breast Hydatid Cyst - Case Report

Hydatid Disease in the Western Region of Saudi Arabia, A University Medical Center Experience

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