Schistosomiasis among Recreational Users of Upper Nile River, Uganda, 2007
oleh: Oliver W. Morgan, Gary W. Brunette, Bryan K. Kapella, Isabel McAuliffe, Edward Katongole-Mbidde, Wenkai Li, Nina Marano, Sam Okware, Sonja J. Olsen, W. Evan Secor, Jordan W. Tappero, Patricia P. Wilkins, Susan P. Montgomery
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| Diterbitkan: | Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2010-05-01 |
Deskripsi
After recreational exposure to river water in Uganda, 12 (17%) of 69 persons had evidence of schistosome infection. Eighteen percent self-medicated with praziquantel prophylaxis immediately after exposure, which was not appropriate. Travelers to schistosomiasis-endemic areas should consult a travel medicine physician.