Schistosomiasis presenting in travellers: a 15 year observational study at the Hospital for Tropical Diseases, London

Conclusions
The prevalence of schistosomiasis in presenting travellers is decreasing. The predominant presenting species has shifted from S. mansoni to S. haematobium. No single test can reliably diagnose schistosomiasis, with eosinophilia and urine dip having low sensitivity. Clinicians need to continue to undertake a wide spectrum of diagnostic tests to ensure cases of schistosomiasis are not missed.

Source: Transactions of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene - February 8, 2015 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Coltart, C. E. M., Chew, A., Storrar, N., Armstrong, M., Suff, N., Morris, L., Chiodini, P. L., Whitty, C. J. M. Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLES Source Type: research