Visceral Leishmaniasis in Pediatrics: A Case Series and a Narrative Review with Global Insights

Visceral Leishmaniasis in Pediatrics: A Case Series and a Narrative Review with Global Insights

Visceral leishmaniasis (VL) is a severe parasitic disease caused by <i>Leishmania</i> spp., with a significant impact on pediatric populations, particularly in endemic regions. The diagnosis of VL in children requires a high index of suspicion, as clinical manifestations—such as prolonge...

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Main Authors: Valentina Andreottola, Chiara Santucci, Tommaso Bellini, Simona Matarese, Francesca Canzoneri, Gianluca Dell’Orso, Martina Finetti, Francesca Fioredda, Alessio Mesini, Emanuela Piccotti
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2025-05-01
Series:Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease
Subjects:
bone marrow aspiration
hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis
liposomal amphotericin B
neglected tropical diseases
pediatric emergency department
vector control
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2414-6366/10/5/136
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