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Sporadic Retinal Astrocytic Hamartoma Mimicking Retinoblastoma in a Child: A Case Report and Literature Review

open access: yesClinical Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 9, September 2026.
ABSTRACT Retinal astrocytichamartoma (RAH) is a rare benign glial neoplasm most commonly associated with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC). Sporadic cases, occurring in the absence of systemic phakomatosis, are uncommon and may closely mimic retinoblastoma, particularly when presenting with a calcified intraocular mass, creating a diagnostic challenge ...
Mesfin Wubishet Gurmu   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Toxocariasis Presenting with Hypereosinophilia and Lymphadenopathy: A Case Report

open access: yesTürkiye Parazitoloji Dergisi, 2020
Human toxocariasis is a parasitic disease transmitted to humans by ingestion of Toxocara spp. larvae. Rural area residents and children have higher risk for this parasitic infection.
Tuba Duman Karakuş   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of the Community Toward Pet Contact‐Related Zoonoses in Mekelle, Tigray, Ethiopia

open access: yesVeterinary Medicine and Science, Volume 12, Issue 3, May 2026.
The study titled ‘Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of the Community toward pet contact–related zoonoses in Mekelle, Tigray, Ethiopia’ found that 59.5% of pet owners had good knowledge of zoonotic diseases and 74.2% showed positive attitudes, but only 43.3% practiced proper prevention.
Haftay Teklay   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Seroprevalence of human toxocariasis in Latin America and the Caribbean: a systematic review and meta-analysis

open access: yesFrontiers in Public Health, 2023
Introduction:The current study aimed to quantitatively synthesize available evidence regarding the seroprevalence of human toxocariasis in Latin America and the Caribbean.Methods:A systematic research involving six electronic databases was conducted ...
Juan R. Ulloque-Badaracco   +13 more
doaj   +1 more source

Quantifying the neglected: Initial estimation of the global burden and economic impact of human toxocariasis

open access: yesCurrent Research in Parasitology and Vector-Borne Diseases
Toxocariasis is a parasitic zoonotic infection caused by Toxocara spp., ascarid nematodes of companion animals (dogs and cats) affecting people in both high-income and low/middle-income countries.
Alistair Antonopoulos   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Current Understanding of Meningitis Pathogens, Immunity Gap, and Future Prevention Strategies in Sri Lanka: A Narrative Review

open access: yesInternational Journal of Microbiology, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.
Meningitis, an acute and life‐threatening inflammation of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord caused primarily by bacterial, viral, fungal, or parasitic infections, remains a major global health challenge, causing significant morbidity and mortality, particularly among children and vulnerable populations.
Thashmila Heshani   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

A Survey of Toxocariasis Among Household and Stray Puppies in Gokarneshwor Municipality, Kathmandu, Nepal

open access: yesInternational Journal of Zoology, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.
Introduction Toxocariasis is a zoonotic parasitic disease affecting humans and domestic pets, leading to significant morbidity and, in severe cases, mortality. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of Toxocara canis among household and stray/free‐ranging puppies aged ≤ 6 months in Gokarneshwor Municipality, central Nepal.
Roshan Babu Adhikari   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Seroprevalence of Strongyloides stercoralis Infection and Its Risk Factors in Pregnant Women Referred to Al‐Zahra Hospital in Guilan Province, North Part of Iran: A Cross‐Sectional Study From 2024 to 2025

open access: yesJournal of Parasitology Research, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.
Background In immunocompromised individuals, strongyloidiasis may progress to hyperinfection syndrome or disseminated disease. To date, the death of a pregnant woman infected with Strongyloides stercoralis has been reported. Chronic cases carry a risk of malnutrition, especially among vulnerable populations like pregnant women and children.
Mahdieh Sorouri Majd   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Nutraceutical Intervention of Probiotics in Vision Science: A Systematic Review of Evolving Perspective

open access: yesJournal of Ophthalmology, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.
Probiotics are active elements of the gastrointestinal tract that, when administered in adequate quantities, confer prolonged health efficacy on host organisms by enhancing the equilibrium of their gut microbiota (GM). This GM regulates numerous aspects of human wellness and is required for sustaining metabolic equilibrium.
Sankhajyoti Saha   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Toxocariasis: a review

open access: yes, 2016
Human toxocariasis is a parasitic infection caused by the ingestion of larvae of dog nematode Toxocara canis and less frequently of cat nematode T.cati. In this review, current information about human toxocariasis which is a rare but an important problem
Mehmet Burak Selek   +2 more
core   +1 more source

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