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A young female with fever, abdominal pain and eosinophilia

Year: 2022

Type: article

Abstract: Fascioliasis has been reported from many countries across the globe. Acute phase of liver fluke is characterised by fever, abdominal pain and peripheral blood eosinophilia while the chronic phase is marked by chronic inflammation involving biliary tract. It is commonly diagnosed by a radiologist due to characteristic branching abscesses seen on CT scan, highly suggestive of liver fluke. Diagnosis is made by demonstration of eggs on direct microscopic examination of duodenal aspirate or bile. Screening of family members is recommended once diagnosis is has been made. Triclabendazole is the drug of choice for treatment.

Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology

DOI: 10.1016/j.ijmmb.2022.07.012

Authors: Atul K. Patel, Ketan K. Patel, Kamlesh Patel

Institution: Sterling Hospitals

Language: English

Topic: Helminth infection and control

Subfield: Small Animals

Field: Veterinary

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,800