Strongyloides hyperinfection in Ethiopian immigrants in Israel

Isr Med Assoc J. 2009 Nov;11(11):660-3.

Abstract

We report four cases of Strongyloides hyperinfection among Ethiopian immigrants, of which three were fatal. Many immigrants from countries in which Strongyloides is endemic settle in developed countries. A high index of suspicion will lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment of this disease. Testing for Strongyloides infestation in this susceptible population by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay serology, stool testing or duodenal aspiration may prevent the fatal complications of hyperinfection.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Animals
  • Black People*
  • Emigrants and Immigrants*
  • Ethiopia / ethnology
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Israel
  • Male
  • Strongyloides stercoralis*
  • Strongyloidiasis / diagnosis*
  • Strongyloidiasis / ethnology
  • Strongyloidiasis / therapy
  • Superinfection