Isolated cutaneous larva migrans over the scalp in a hod carrier

Sil, Abheek; Panigrahi, Avik; Pramanik, J

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“…the skin lesion in this location is characteristically raised and tortuous [11]. Another rare site of infection described in literature is the scalp [14,15]. Meotti et al reported an 11-year-old boy who presented with hair rarefaction and a serpiginous, erythematous lesion in its centre on the scalp, accompanied by intensive pruritus on the head, as well on the legs and elbows.…”

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Cutaneous larva migrans – case report and literature review

Ryguła,

Kowalski,

Hryncewicz-Gwóźdź

et al. 2023

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A -study design, B -data collection, C -statistical Analysis, D -data interpretation, E -Manuscript Preparation, F -literature search, G -Funds collection cutaneous larva migrans (clM) is a parasite dermatosis caused by skin penetration and the migration of larvae of the nematodes. the etiological factors are Ancylostoma braziliense and Ancylostoma caninum. the infection most often appears in tropical and subtropical countries. the main symptoms are creeping eruption, which is slightly elevated, migrating, erythematous and serpiginous track and severe pruritus. the areas that are the most occupied are the feet and buttocks. the diagnosis is based on characteristic clinical presentation and a history of tropical travel. the most frequently implemented treatment is ivermectin and albendazole. ivermectin is used orally, 200 mcg/kg once daily for 1-2 days. oral albendazole 400 mg once daily orally for 3 days is also a satisfying therapeutic option. there have also been reports of topical treatment with 10% thiabendazole cream or 1% ivermectin cream. Antihistamines can be helpful for the management of pruritus. Prevention of clM includes wearing footwear at the beach and plays an extremely important role.

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Cutaneous larva migrans – case report and literature review

Ryguła,

Kowalski,

Hryncewicz-Gwóźdź

et al. 2023

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“…In our literature review, 3 case reports were probably related to occupational contact with animals, 6 to agricultural and farm setting, one to a group of military workers and the last 2 to construction workers infected by direct contact with potentially contaminated soil or sand ( Table 1 ) [ 10 , 22 – 32 ]. Out of 12 reviewed cases, 7 were reported in patients living in non-endemic areas (i.e., the United Kingdom, Italy, Kosovo, South Korea, and the USA), suggesting a wide distribution of CLM.…”

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“…Other anatomical sites of CLM may be the foot, abdomen, and chest as reported in farmers, agriculturists, and construction workers also as a consequence of exposure to physical or chemical agents that may contribute to skin irritation and larva penetration [ 22 – 27 , 29 , 31 ]. However, even if the lesions are usually observed on feet and legs, they can occur on any body site in direct contact with contaminated and wet soil or sand, as showed for a hod carrier ferrying sandbags at a construction site, reporting a scalp serpiginous eruption [ 32 ]. In addition, in agricultural setting, uncommon clinical presentation can occur such as hair follicle inflammation (hookworm folliculitis), most frequently in the gluteal region, probably because larvae may be transferred to human skin through contaminated clothes, towel or other objects [ 11 ].…”

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Occupational risk of cutaneous larva migrans: A case report and a systematic literature review

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Cutaneous larva migrans (CLM) is a parasitic zoonosis of warm tropical and subtropical areas, although autochthonous cases have been increasingly reported in Western European countries. Data on the prevalence of CLM as an occupational disease in workers exposed to potentially contaminated soil or in close contact with dogs and cats are scant. Herein, we report an autochthonous case of CLM in a dog breeder from southern Italy (Apulia region), along with a systematic literature review describing the risk of CLM infection, mainly according to job categories. The patient was referred to the dermatology unit presenting a serpiginous lesion on his hand, raising the suspected CLM diagnosis. In non-endemic areas, CLM might represent a challenge for physicians in terms of diagnosis, treatment, and prevention, particularly in workplaces. The multidisciplinary approach in the diagnosis of CLM with the involvement of different scientific competences (i.e., dermatologists, veterinarians, and occupational physicians) may contribute to further assess the distribution of human CLM and associated risk factors, toward reducing the risk for the infection.

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“…It is usually caused by Ancylostoma braziliensis and Ancylostoma caninum species. The larva is trapped by forming tunnels in the epidermis for weeks or months and cannot complete its development in humans 3 …”

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“…The larva is trapped by forming tunnels in the epidermis for weeks or months and cannot complete its development in humans. 3 Cutaneous larva migrans is characterized by itchy, erythematous, slightly raised, serpiginous, curved, linear, 1-4 cm long lesions, which are usually seen on the feet or buttocks. Apart from the general…”

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Effect of global warming on dermatology practice: The increase in cases of cutaneous larva migrans in the eastern Black Sea region of Turkey

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Yürekli

2022

J of Cosmetic Dermatology

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Objective Cutaneous larva migrans (CLM) is a parasitic disease seen in people in contact with soil in tropical countries. Almost all cases reported in regions without a tropical climate have a history of travel to a tropical region. Aim In our study, we aimed to investigate the effect of climate change on CLM cases and the demographic characteristics of these cases. For this purpose, the climate information of the period in which we determined the case series and the characteristics of the patients were investigated. Material and Method The study was designed retrospectively. Patient files and pre‐ and post‐treatment photographic archives were reviewed retrospectively. In addition, the region's weather history over the last 50 years was examined. Results The records of patients diagnosed with CLM in 2018 were reviewed retrospectively. In total, 22 cases were detected. The common feature of all cases was that they worked as tea pickers. After examining the weather conditions of the period when the cases were commonly reported, it was determined that there was a sharp temperature increase compared with previous years. Conclusion Due to climate change, an increase in the number of CLM cases is observed in non‐tropical regions. Since it is considered a disease‐specific to tropical regions, the diagnosis may be overlooked in cases outside these regions. However, CLM should be kept in mind as a diagnostic possibility by clinicians practicing in non‐tropical regions as well, especially when treating patients who work with soil, such as tea harvesters.

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Isolated cutaneous larva migrans over the scalp in a hod carrier

Cited by 4 publications

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Cutaneous larva migrans – case report and literature review

Cutaneous larva migrans – case report and literature review

Occupational risk of cutaneous larva migrans: A case report and a systematic literature review

Effect of global warming on dermatology practice: The increase in cases of cutaneous larva migrans in the eastern Black Sea region of Turkey

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