Imported human Schistosoma japonicum: A report on two cases in Filipino migrants present in Italy and a systematic review of literature

Vellere, Iacopo; Mangano, Valentina; Cagno, Maria Cristina; Gobbi, Federico; Ragusa, Andrea; Bartoloni, Alessandro; Biancofiore, Gianni; Simone, Paolo De; Campani, Daniela; Bruschi, Fabrizio; Zammarchi, Lorenzo

doi:10.1016/j.tmaid.2019.101496

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“…Adult S. japonicum worms inhabit mainly the upper mesenteric veins and lay eggs that can easily reach the liver or intestinal tissues [ 18 ]. Compared with other hepatotropic species of Schistosoma spp , S. japonicum causes more rapid progression to liver fibrosis and occasionally liver failure [ 19 ]. This parasite is found in China, the Philippines and the Indonesian island of Sulawesi.…”

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Insights into the epidemiology, pathogenesis, and differential diagnosis of schistosomiasis

Ponzo,

Midiri,

Manno

et al. 2024

EuJMI

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Schistosomiasis is a neglected tropical disease that is prevalent in low- and middle-income countries. There are five human pathogenic species, of which Schistosoma haematobium, Schistosoma mansoni and Schistosoma japonicum are the most prevalent worldwide and cause the greatest burden of disease in terms of mortality and morbidity. In addition, hybrid schistosomes have been identified through molecular analysis. Human infection occurs when cercariae, the larval form of the parasite, penetrate the skin of people while bathing in contaminated waters such as lakes and rivers. Schistosomiasis can cause both urogenital and intestinal symptoms. Urogenital symptoms include haematuria, bladder fibrosis, kidney damage, and an increased risk of bladder cancer. Intestinal symptoms may include abdominal pain, sometimes accompanied by diarrhoea and blood in the stool. Schistosomiasis affects more than 250 million people and causes approximately 70 million Disability-Adjusted Life Years (DALYs), mainly in Africa, South America, and Asia. To control infection, it is essential to establish sensitive and specific diagnostic tests for epidemiological surveillance and morbidity reduction. This review provides an overview of schistosomiasis, with a focus on available diagnostic tools for Schistosoma spp. Current molecular detection methods and progress in the development of new diagnostics for schistosomiasis infection are also discussed.

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Insights into the epidemiology, pathogenesis, and differential diagnosis of schistosomiasis

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Midiri,

Manno

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“…In addition to the more common infections with S. mansoni and S. haematobium, other rarer forms of imported schistosomiasis, such as the one caused by S. japonicum, have also been reported from Europe, as a recent review carried out in Italy has shown [59].…”

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Schistosomiasis in Europe

Gabrielli

Djirmay

2023

Curr Trop Med Rep

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Purposeof Review The purpose of this review is to provide an overview of the burden of schistosomiasis in the European continent. It discusses three subjects: the endemic forms of non-human schistosomiasis in Europe; the introduction of transmission of human schistosomiasis into Europe; and the occurrence of imported cases of human schistosomiasis. Recent Findings Europe is not endemic for human schistosomiasis; nevertheless, it is affected by the disease in multiple ways, although the magnitude of the burden remains elusive because of gaps in surveillance and reporting. Summary Schistosomiasis is a global neglected disease prevalent in tropical and subtropical areas. As of 2022, it is estimated that 251 million people require preventive chemotherapy for schistosomiasis, 90% of whom live in Africa. In Europe, human schistosomiasis is frequently detected in migrants from endemic countries who reach the continent. Additionally, outbreaks due to local transmission can sporadically occur following the introduction of schistosomes in one of the many freshwater bodies in southern Europe where competent snail hosts are found. Finally, human cercarial dermatitis is frequently occurring in Europe, because of the presence of avian schistosomiasis in several countries across the continent. A stronger epidemiological surveillance and reporting system, coupled with more surveys on humans and snails, can contribute to better assess and characterize the burden of schistosomiasis in Europe.

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Parasites of the liver: A global problem?

Tsukanov,

Vasyutin,

Tonkikh

2024

World J Gastroenterol

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Parasitic liver diseases can be caused by trematodes, cestodes, nematodes, and protozoa. This pathology is significant because millions of people in different parts of the world have liver parasites, which can manifest themselves in the development of inflammation, liver cysts, cholecystitis, cholelithiasis, pancreatitis and liver cirrhosis that are often threatening their lives. The International Agency for Research on Cancer considers three species of trematodes, Schistosoma haematobium , Opisthorchis viverrini and Clonorchis sinensis , to be carcinogens. Complex modern examination methods, in some cases including extensive screening of large populations, are required for diagnosing liver parasites. Treatment of parasitic liver diseases is differentiated and can involve a combination of surgical and therapeutic measures. There is no doubt that the clinical and epidemiological scale allows one to regard parasitic liver diseases as a global healthcare problem.

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Imported human Schistosoma japonicum: A report on two cases in Filipino migrants present in Italy and a systematic review of literature

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References 29 publications

Insights into the epidemiology, pathogenesis, and differential diagnosis of schistosomiasis

Insights into the epidemiology, pathogenesis, and differential diagnosis of schistosomiasis

Schistosomiasis in Europe

Parasites of the liver: A global problem?

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