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Revista Habanera de Ciencias Médicas 2012; 11 (3)

Cutaneous larva migrans taking into consideration a case

Frías FMA, Cruz SR, Arredondo CC

Language: Spanish
References: 11
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ABSTRACT

Introduction: cutaneous larva migrans is caused by the skin penetration of larvae of helminthes, especially Ancylostoma brasilense and caninum ; these parasites are commonly found in the intestine of dog and cats. These infections are more common in tropical countries; The typical clinic picture is a serpiginousery them atous tract on the skin often pruritic. Normally affecting the feet, legs, hand and buttocks. It is a self-limited disease though an effective treatment can diminish the symptoms and shorten the duration of disease.
Presentation: These report describes one case of cutaneous larva migrans in new born of 18 day of age.
Conclusion: the conclusion is to show the importation of epidemiology and clinic methods.


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