Temporal and spatial distribution of American tegumentary leishmaniasis in north Paraná: 2010-2015

Rev Soc Bras Med Trop. 2019 Feb 14:52:e20180119. doi: 10.1590/0037-8682-0119-2018.

Abstract

Introduction: Describing the general aspects of American tegumentary leishmaniasis enables the identification of the epidemiological scenario of the disease and the development of preventive actions.

Methods: We analyzed the records of patients with American tegumentary leishmaniasis in north Paraná between 2010 and 2015.

Results: We identified 108 cases (mostly in 2014) with the following characteristics: male individuals, rural workers, and ages averaging 56.8 years. Isolated ulcerated lesions were predominant, and Glucantime® was the most frequently used drug.

Conclusions: American tegumentary leishmaniasis remains endemic and affects mostly men found in areas surrounded by woods; its treatment is partially efficient considering its side effects and incidence of recurrences.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Brazil / epidemiology
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Endemic Diseases
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Incidence
  • Leishmaniasis, Cutaneous / epidemiology*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Risk Factors
  • Spatio-Temporal Analysis
  • Young Adult