BABESIOSIS, AN EMERGING ZOONOSIS HUMAN

Abstract:

Babesiosis is an emerging zoonosis caused by intraerythrocytic protozoa of the Phylum Apicomplexa transmitted by ticks throughout the world, which is increasing in frequency and geographic range. The main pathological event is the lysis of the erythrocytes that gives rise to hemolytic anemia, which in severe cases can cause organ failure and death, especially in immunosuppressed patients, and those who acquire the infection through blood transfusions. Death from babesiosis occurs in up to 20 percent of these groups. The diagnosis is confirmed by the identification of parasites within the erythrocytes, ty-pical in a thin blood smear or Babesia DNA by PCR. Treatment consists of atovaquone and azithromycin or clindamycin and quinine, and exchange transfusion in severe cases. Personal and community protection measures can limit the burden of infection, but it is important to recognize that none of these measures are likely to prevent the continued spread of Babesia to non-endemic areas, making it clear that human babesiosis is a serious problem. of public health that requires close moni-toring and effective intervention measures.

Año de publicación:

2022

Keywords:

• Emerging zoonosis
• BABESIOSIS
• intraerythrocytic protozoa

Fuente:

scopus