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Neural leprosy investigation using electroneuromyography and the ML Flow rapid test: a case report
Oliveira Neto, Roque Rafael de; Dorilêo, Gabriela Belmonte; Mendonça, Ana Carolina da Silva Ferreira; Damazo, Amílcar Sabino.
Affiliation
  • Oliveira Neto, Roque Rafael de; Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso. Faculdade de Medicina. Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências da Saúde. Cuiabá. BR
  • Dorilêo, Gabriela Belmonte; Secretaria Municipal de Saúde de Nova Mutum. Nova Mutum. BR
  • Mendonça, Ana Carolina da Silva Ferreira; Clínica de Neurofisiologia e Reabilitação Ltda. Cuiabá. BR
  • Damazo, Amílcar Sabino; Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso. Faculdade de Medicina. Programa de Pós-Graduação em Ciências da Saúde. Cuiabá. BR
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop ; 57: e00802, 2024. graf
Article in English | LILACS-Express | LILACS | ID: biblio-1535374
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ABSTRACT
ABSTRACT Neural leprosy, which is characterized by nerve involvement without visible skin lesions, presents a diagnostic challenge. This case report examined the significance of diverse diagnostic modalities in the identification of pure neural leprosy. A 28-year-old patient with symptoms of edema, pain, paresthesia, and diminished sensitivity in the lower limbs underwent various tests. A stilt skin smear yielded negative results on bacilloscopy, whereas a Fast ML Flow leprosy test and electroneuromyography supported the diagnosis. This discussion highlights the importance of accessible methods for early investigation. This study emphasizes the multidisciplinary approach and value of the Fast ML Flow leprosy test and electroneuromyography for diagnosing neural leprosy.


Full text: Available Collection: International databases Health context: Neglected Diseases Health problem: Leprosy / Neglected Diseases Database: LILACS Language: English Journal: Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop Journal subject: Tropical Medicine Year: 2024 Document type: Article / Project document Affiliation country: Brazil Institution/Affiliation country: Clínica de Neurofisiologia e Reabilitação Ltda/BR / Secretaria Municipal de Saúde de Nova Mutum/BR / Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso/BR

Full text: Available Collection: International databases Health context: Neglected Diseases Health problem: Leprosy / Neglected Diseases Database: LILACS Language: English Journal: Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop Journal subject: Tropical Medicine Year: 2024 Document type: Article / Project document Affiliation country: Brazil Institution/Affiliation country: Clínica de Neurofisiologia e Reabilitação Ltda/BR / Secretaria Municipal de Saúde de Nova Mutum/BR / Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso/BR
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