[Urinary parasitosis]

Ann Urol (Paris). 2005 Dec;39(6):232-46. doi: 10.1016/j.anuro.2005.09.005.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Parasites are rarely localized only in the urinary system. Schistosoma haematobium infection is very frequent in tropical Africa; it is revealed by a hematuria. Most hydatic cysts are localized in the liver, but a renal infection is possible. Other parasitoses (filariasis, malaria) often result in immune complex glomerulonephritis and are cured by specific treatment of the parasites.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Echinococcosis / diagnosis
  • Echinococcosis / therapy
  • Humans
  • Parasitic Diseases* / diagnosis
  • Parasitic Diseases* / therapy
  • Schistosomiasis haematobia / complications
  • Schistosomiasis haematobia / diagnosis
  • Schistosomiasis haematobia / therapy
  • Urinary Tract Infections / diagnosis
  • Urinary Tract Infections / parasitology*
  • Urinary Tract Infections / therapy