Plantar ulcer as an atypical manifestation of cutaneous leishmaniasis
An. bras. dermatol
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96(3): 352-354, May-June 2021. graf
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in English
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ABSTRACT
Abstract Cutaneous leishmaniasis is characterized by ulcers with raised edges and a granular bottom, mainly on the lower limbs. This is a case report of a male patient with an ulcer on the left plantar region. The diagnosis was confirmed by positive PCR for L. braziliensis and the presence of amastigotes of Leishmania sp. in the histopathological examination. After treatment with Glucantime, the patient showed full healing of the ulcer. The unusual location of the ulceration calls attention to atypical presentations of leishmaniasis, and the importance of histopathological examination and PCR, leading to the appropriate diagnosis and treatment.
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Main subject:
Leishmania braziliensis
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Leishmaniasis, Cutaneous
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Foot Ulcer
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Leishmania
Limits:
Humans
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Male
Language:
English
Journal:
An. bras. dermatol
Journal subject:
Dermatology
Year:
2021
Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Brazil
Institution/Affiliation country:
Escola Bahiana de Medicina/BR
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Fundação Oswaldo Cruz/BR
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Universidade Federal da Bahia/BR
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Universidade Federal de São Paulo/BR
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