Ultrasound findings and associated factors to morbidity in Schistosoma haematobium infection in a highly endemic setting
ConclusionsSevere urinary tract pathology was found in a high percentage of the children in our setting. Microhaematuria and proteinuria were good markers of morbidity, proteinuria being more precise for severe alterations of the upper urinary tract. We suggest initial and evolutive ultrasound in children diagnosed with schistosomiasis, and close monitoring including periodic controls. As schistosomiasis control efforts are currently focused on reducing morbidity, tests that detect the presence or degree of morbidity are essential for targeting treatment and tracking the progress of control campaigns.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
Source: Tropical Medicine and International Health - Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Cristina Bocanegra Garc ía, Zeferino Pintar, Xavier Serres, Jacobo Mendioroz, Milagros Moreno, Sara Gallego, Teresa López, Antoni Soriano‐Arandes, Maria Luisa Aznar, Nicolau Sikaleta, Eva Gil, Fernando Salvador, Israel Molina Tags: Original Article Source Type: research
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