Strongyloides stercoralis and Organ Transplantation. (27th May 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Chokkalingam Mani, Bhalaghuru; Mathur, Moses; Clauss, Heather; Alvarez, Rene; Hamad, Eman; Toyoda, Yoshiya; Birkenbach, Mark; Ahmed, Mustafa
• Other Names: Akoh J. Academic Editor.; Engelmann I. Academic Editor.; Forrest G. Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: Case reports in transplantation. Volume 2013(2013)
• Publication Date: 2013-05-27
• Subjects: Transplantation of organs, tissues, etc -- Periodicals; Transplantation; Transplantation of organs, tissues, etc; Periodicals; Periodicals; 617.954
• DOI: 10.1155/2013/549038
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2090-6943

Abstract

Abstract : Strongyloides is a parasite that is common in tropical regions. Infection in the immunocompetent host is usually associated with mild gastrointestinal symptoms. However, in immunosuppressed individuals it has been known to cause a "hyperinfection syndrome" with fatal complications. Reactivation of latent infection and rarely transmission from donor organs in transplanted patients have been suggested as possible causes. Our case highlights the importance suspecting Strongyloides in transplant recipients with atypical presentations and demonstrates an incidence of donor derived infection. We also review the challenges associated with making this diagnosis.