Cutaneous larva migrans in two Slovenian travelers returning from Brazil

Acta Dermatovenerol Alp Pannonica Adriat. 2008 Jun;17(2):83-5.

Abstract

Cutaneous larva migrans is a frequent phenomenon endemic in tropical and subtropical countries. In Europe only sporadic cases are reported. We present two cases of cutaneous larva migrans in two Slovenian tourists returning from a vacation in Brazil.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Letter

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Brazil
  • Humans
  • Larva Migrans / diagnosis*
  • Male
  • Slovenia
  • Travel