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Leishmaniasis
New leishmaniasis research from A.H.S. Gomes et al outlined
September 16th, 2008
According to a study from Sao Paulo, Brazil, "Cutaneous leishmaniases present similar clinical appearances. but differing prognosis in the course of infection. Ulcers caused by parasites of the subgenus Viannia are more aggressive than ulcers caused by parasites of the subgenus; Leishmania." "Another problem is distinguishing between true Leishmania infection and other skin diseases in endemic areas, where cutaneous lesions and a single positive Montenegro intradermal test are enough to submit patients to specific treatment for cutaneous leishmaniasis. This study evaluated the efficacy of PCR in detecting in Leishmania in patients with cutaneous lesions. Leishmania (V.)...
Source: TB & Outbreaks Week (2008-09-16)
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