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An Unusual Presentation of Cutaneous Leishmaniasis in a Patient with Substance Use: A Diagnostic and Management Case Report

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: ABSTRACT In patients with atypical ulcers and travel history to endemic areas, a comprehensive diagnostic workup for cutaneous leishmaniasis is imperative. This case confirms Leishmania tropica through combined microscopy, culture, and PCR, leading to successful treatment with systemic glucantime and adjunctive wound care.

Source: Clinical Case Reports

DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.72361

Authors: Hossein Pazoki, Eissa Soleymani, Shirafkan Kordi, Mahdi Fakhar

Institutions: Gonabad University of Medical Sciences, Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences, Qom University of Medical Science and Health Services

Language: English

Topic: Research on Leishmaniasis Studies

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,820