Laboratory diagnosis, clinical manifestations, epidemiological situation and public health importance of cutaneous leishmaniasis in Shushtar County, Southwestern Iran

Conclusions Analyzing of the composed results revealed that this area could be considered as one of the endemic foci of zoonotic cutaneous leishmaniasis caused by L. major. In view of the high prevalence rate and distribution of leishmaniasis in Iran, it is in necessity of data gathering about vectors and reservoirs of each district for prevention. Designing control programs play prominent role in this case. With respect to the increased prevalence of CL in Shushtar districts, health care observers should pay further attention on preventing.
Source: Journal of Acute Disease - Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research