Filariasis of Stensen's Duct: An Index Case. (27th October 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Bhargava, Eishaan K.; Arora, Nikhil; Rai, Varun; Meher, Ravi; Arora, Prerna; Juneja, Ruchika
• Other Names: Perez-Fernandez Nicolas Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: Case reports in otolaryngology. Volume 2016(2016)
• Publication Date: 2016-10-27
• Subjects: Otolaryngology -- Periodicals; Otolaryngology -- Case studies -- Periodicals; Otolaryngology; Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases; Otolaryngology; Periodicals; Case studies; Periodicals; Case Reports; Fulltext; Internet Resources; Periodicals; 617.51
• DOI: 10.1155/2016/7646451
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2090-6765

Abstract

Abstract : Filariasis, a neglected tropical disease, is a global health problem and is endemic to 73 countries including India. It is caused by nematodes of Filariodidea family, namely, W. bancrofti and B. malayi in India, which have a predilection for the lower limbs and testis. We report a never before reported case of filariasis of the main parotid duct in a 25-year-old male that resolved on medical management, exemplifying the importance of maintaining a high index of suspicion and careful examination of cytological smears in endemic countries, allowing for an early diagnosis and treatment, decreasing the morbidity of this debilitating disease.