[Update Chagas disease]

Enferm Infecc Microbiol Clin. 2016 Feb;34(2):132-8. doi: 10.1016/j.eimc.2015.12.008. Epub 2016 Jan 28.
[Article in Spanish]

Abstract

The constant migration flows have favored the presence of people with Chagas disease in regions traditionally regarded as non-endemic, such as North America, Europe, Asia and Oceania. This has forced both health authorities and professionals to be updated in order to respond to such a demand for assistance. Recent years have led to significant progress in the field of diagnosis and treatment of Chagas disease, one of the most neglected tropical diseases. Recent clinical trials are providing new evidence that makes the management of these patients, a constant challenge for the professionals involved. Innovative diagnostic tools and therapeutic regimens, allow us to face the future of Chagas disease with optimism.

Keywords: Chagas disease; Diagnosis; Diagnóstico; Enfermedad de Chagas; Tratamiento; Treatment; Trypanosoma cruzi.

MeSH terms

  • Asia
  • Chagas Disease / diagnosis*
  • Chagas Disease / therapy*
  • Europe
  • Humans
  • North America
  • Oceania
  • Trypanosoma cruzi