Schistosomiasis bei Flüchtlingen und Migranten

Zusammenfassung

Bilharziose / Schistosomiasis ist eine bei Flüchtlingen (insbesondere aus Afrika) häufig auftretende, meist asymptomatische Infektionskrankheit mit möglicherweise schwerwiegenden Komplikationen. Ein serologisches Screening bei allen Menschen aus Endemieregionen und ein Versuch des Einachweises in Stuhl oder Urin bei positiver Screeningserologie sollte durchgeführt werden. Eine positive Serologie rechtfertigt auch bei negativem direkten Parasitennachweis eine einmalige probatorische Therapie [1].

Abstract

Schistosomiasis is a frequently occurring infectious disease in refugees and migrants (especially from Africa). Severe complications can occur, if left untreated. Serologic screening in all patients from endemic areas and – if positive – the attempt to isolate eggs from stool or urine should be performed. A positive serology should lead to treatment initiation [1].

Key words

Schistosomiasis - infectious disease - refugee - screening

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