AI Article Synopsis
- Schistosomiasis affects over 200 million people globally, complicating health, especially in liver transplant patients.
- There are limited reports on Schistosoma mansoni in liver transplants and its long-term impact on the graft.
- Two cases demonstrated abnormal liver enzymes in transplant recipients, with improvement following antiparasitic treatment and highlighted the need for screening in potential transplant patients from endemic regions.
Article Abstract
Schistosomiasis is a major health problem that affects over 200 million people worldwide. There are few reports of Schistosoma mansoni found in liver transplants as well as scarce information about the course of the disease and the long-term effects on the graft. Herein, we report two cases of schistosomiasis in liver transplant recipients who presented abnormal serum liver enzymes, with evidence of gradual improvement after antiparasitic treatment. Furthermore, we discuss the possible role of screening the parasite infection in potential liver transplant recipients from endemic areas.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9870243 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1590/S1678-9946202365002 | DOI Listing |
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