Abstract |
The treatment of tungiasis involves the mechanic extraction of the gravid females of Tunga penetrans. We have observed on 8 patients profuse tungiasis diagnosed in the centre hospitalier de Cayenne. We have carried out different types of treatment, including the occlusive application of 20% of salicylated vaseline during 12 or 24 hours. This procedure causes the death of the parasites and facilitates their extraction.
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Authors | E Clyti, P Couppie, C Deligny, T Jouary, D Sainte-Marie, R Pradinaud |
Journal | Bulletin de la Societe de pathologie exotique (1990)
(Bull Soc Pathol Exot)
Vol. 96
Issue 5
Pg. 412-4
(Jan 2003)
ISSN: 0037-9085 [Print] France |
Vernacular Title | Efficacité de la vaseline salicylée à 20% dans le traitement des tungoses profuses. A propos de huit observations en Guyane Française. |
PMID | 15015851
(Publication Type: English Abstract, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
- Anti-Infective Agents
- Petrolatum
- Salicylic Acid
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Topics |
- Adult
- Animals
- Anti-Infective Agents
(administration & dosage)
- Child
- Child, Preschool
- Ectoparasitic Infestations
(drug therapy)
- Female
- French Guiana
- Humans
- Male
- Middle Aged
- Petrolatum
(administration & dosage)
- Salicylic Acid
(administration & dosage)
- Siphonaptera
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