New insights in diagnosing Schistosoma myelopathy

作者：de Jongste A H C; Tilanus A M R; Bax H; Willems M H A; van der Feltz M; van Hellemond J J^*

来源：Journal of Infection, 2010, 60(3): 244-247.

DOI：10.1016/j.jinf.2009.12.002

• Myelitis
• Transverse
• Schistosoma mansoni
• Schistosoma myelopathy
• Schistosoma myeloradiculitis
• Neuroschistosomiasis

At present non-invasive tests for diagnosing Schistosoma myelopathy are sub-optimal. We present a novel serological method, using paired liquor and serum samples, resulting in the diagnosis of Schistosoma myelopathy in a male patient with proximal muscle weakness. The patient recovered after praziquantel treatment.

• 出版日期2010-3