Updates on diagnosis and management of parasitic infections of the central nervous system

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Authors

Hector H. Garcia · Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia

Miguel M. Cabada · Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia

Christina Coyle · Albert Einstein College of Medicine

Abstract

This review provides a quick overview of most parasitic infections affecting the human nervous system, and summarizes updated information on current diagnostic and treatment approaches, providing a comprehensive reference, of particular use for clinicians working in settings where neuroparasitoses are infrequent.

Topics & Keywords

Parasitic infections in humans and animals Parasite Biology and Host Interactions Toxoplasma gondii Research Studies

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Partnerships for the goals

Publication Details

Published in: Current Opinion in Infectious Diseases

DOI: 10.1097/qco.0000000000001190

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