Schistosomiasis in Pregnant Travelers: A Case Series

ConclusionThis is the first case‐series of pregnant travelers with schistosomiasis. Although a small case‐series with possible confounders, it suggests that schistosomiasis in pregnant travelers can be treated. A trend of lower birth weights was observed in the infants of the pregnant travelers who were not treated. PZQ therapy during pregnancy was not associated with adverse pregnancy or fetal outcomes in those four cases. Our results emphasize the importance of screening female travelers of childbearing age with a relevant history of freshwater exposure. Further studies are needed to reinforce these recommendations.

Source: Journal of Travel Medicine - October 13, 2014 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Eli Ben‐Chetrit, Tamar Lachish, Kristine Mørch, Drorit Atias, Conor Maguire, Eli Schwartz Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research