Dirofilariasis due to <i>Dirofilaria repens</i> in Italy, an emergent zoonosis: report of 60 new cases

Pampiglione, S; Rivasi, Francesco; Angeli, Giovanni; Boldorini, Renzo; Incensati, Roberto; Pastormerlo, M; Pavesi, M; Ramponi, Antonio

doi:10.1046/j.1365-2559.2001.01099.x

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“…This is comparable to the earlier reports (Pampiglione et al 2001;1995). This may be explained by the biting habit of mosquito over exposed areas.…”

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Subcutaneous human dirofilariasis

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Subcutaneous human dirofilariasis is caused by the zoonotic filariae Dirofilaria repens. The frequency of reports is increasing in literature during the last few years and is considered by some authors as an emerging zoonosis. Here we report 21 cases of subcutaneous dirofilariasis, which were encountered over a period of 8 years. None of these cases were associated with peripheral eosinophilia. Since these lesions can mimic benign and malignant tumors, it is important to consider this as a differential diagnosis of subcutaneous nodules especially in an endemic area. In this report we would like to emphasize the importance of studying multiple deeper levels in suspected cases of parasitic granuloma to demonstrate the parasite.

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“…This is comparable to the earlier reports (Pampiglione et al 2001;1995). This may be explained by the biting habit of mosquito over exposed areas.…”

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Subcutaneous human dirofilariasis

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“…Taken together, these data are compatible with the fact that Italy has the highest concentration of recorded cases of human dirofilariosis in the world (Pampiglione et al, 1999;Pampiglione et al, 2001). In fact, the geographical distribution of the human cases follows that of the canine (Széll et al, 1999) and feline population carrying D. repens microfilariae (Pampiglione et al, 1995).…”

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Dermatitis associated with Dirofilaria (Nochtiella) repens microfilariae in dogs from Central Italy

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2002

Acta Veterinaria Hungarica

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Pruritic dermatitis associated with Dirofilaria (Nochtiella) repens microfilariae in the blood was diagnosed in 22 dogs from Fermo (Central Italy). According to the history, previous unsuccessful treatments with corticosteroids, antibiotics, restricted diet, flea control, levamisole and ivermectin were recorded in 17 dogs (77.3%). The combined filtration tests and antigen tests, performed during the study, were negative for Dirofilaria immitis and Acanthocheilonema reconditum in each case. Dermatological lesions included erythema, papules, single or multifocal alopecia, eczema, lichenification, crusting and nodules. All dogs had pruritus. Concurrent babesiosis was diagnosed in the blood smears of each case (100%), and 60% of the dogs were found to be carriers of canine granulocytic ehrlichiosis (CGE). Three dogs (13.6%) were positive for leishmaniosis. Eradication of the concurrent infections followed by specific macro-and microfilaricide treatment led to complete recovery from the dermatological syndrome. The main conclusion of the study is that D. repens infection can be more pathogenic than is currently considered, and it is apparently an opportunistic disease with serious dermatological consequences.

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“…Recent evidence has shown transmission of the parasite by Italian A. albopictus populations (Cancrini et al 2003a(Cancrini et al ,2003b, coupled with an increase in the prevalence of human dirofilariasis in Italy (Pampiglione et al 2001).…”

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A Review of the Invasive Mosquitoes in Europe: Ecology, Public Health Risks, and Control Options

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There has been growing interest in Europe in recent years in the establishment and spread of invasive mosquitoes, notably the incursion of Aedes albopictus through the international trade in used tires and lucky bamboo, with onward spread within Europe through ground transport. More recently, five other non-European aedine mosquito species have been found in Europe, and in some cases populations have established locally and are spreading. Concerns have been raised about the involvement of these mosquito species in transmission cycles of pathogens of public health importance, and these concerns were borne out following the outbreak of chikungunya fever in Italy in 2007, and subsequent autochthonous cases of dengue fever in France and Croatia in 2010. This article reviews current understanding of all exotic (five introduced invasive and one intercepted) aedine species in Europe, highlighting the known import pathways, biotic and abiotic constraints for establishment, control strategies, and public health significance, and encourages Europe-wide surveillance for invasive mosquitoes.

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Dirofilariasis due to Dirofilaria repens in Italy, an emergent zoonosis: report of 60 new cases

Abstract: We recommend that each and every case observed be recorded, to enable the true extent of human dirofilariasis in Italy to be assessed, and that a reference centre be set up in the area to collate the data. The importance of the histopathologist's role in the diagnosis is stressed.

Cited by 184 publications

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Subcutaneous human dirofilariasis

Subcutaneous human dirofilariasis

Dermatitis associated with Dirofilaria (Nochtiella) repens microfilariae in dogs from Central Italy

A Review of the Invasive Mosquitoes in Europe: Ecology, Public Health Risks, and Control Options

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