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Unravelling the Mystery: Abdominal Pain in a Solid Organ Transplant Recipient

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This case describes a 62-year-old male who underwent kidney transplantation and was admitted 8 weeks post-operatively for evaluation and management of abdominal pain, nausea, and diarrhea. An extensive workup was performed, ultimately leading to a diagnosis of Strongyloides hyperinfection syndrome. This case highlights the importance of awareness of strongyloidiasis in non-endemic regions, management of Strongyloides hyperinfection syndrome in the post-transplant setting, and strategies for donor and recipient screening.

Source: Transplant Infectious Disease

DOI: 10.1111/tid.70121

Authors: Siti Mardhiah Muhamad Fauzi, Cybele Lara Abad, Jacques Simkins, Michelle Madden, Cathal O. Broin, Stephanie M. Pouch

Institutions: St. Vincent's University Hospital, University of the Philippines Manila, University of Miami, Emory University

Language: English

Topic: Parasites and Host Interactions

Subfield: Parasitology

Field: Immunology and Microbiology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

Funder: University College London