Event Description
Most of the 30 to 100 million people infected with Strongyloides stercoralis have subclinical (or asymptomatic) infections. These infections are commonly chronic and longstanding. A change in immune status can increase parasite numbers, leading to hyperinfection syndrome, dissemination, and death if unrecognized. The use of corticosteroids and HTLV-1 infection are most commonly associated with the hyperinfection syndrome. Strongyloides adult parasites reside in the small intestine and induce immune responses that are like other nematodes. Definitive diagnosis of S. stercoralis infection is based on stool examinations for larvae. S. stercoralis remains largely neglected. During this session Dr. Nutman will discuss the clinical presentation, approach to diagnosis, and treatment for both uncomplicated and disseminated disease.
Target Audience
All faculty
Speaker(s)
Thomas Nutman
MD
Continuing Medical Education Credits
In support of improving patient care, Albert Einstein College of Medicine-Montefiore Medical Center is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
CREDIT DESIGNATION
Physicians: Albert Einstein College of Medicine-Montefiore Medical Center designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.