A Review of Leishmaniasis: Current Knowledge and Future Directions

Sarah Mann; Katherine Frasca; Sara Scherrer; Andrés F. Henao-Martínez; Sabrina Newman; Poornima Ramanan; José A. Suarez

doi:10.1007/s40475-021-00232-7

A Review of Leishmaniasis: Current Knowledge and Future Directions

Sarah Mann, Katherine Frasca, Sara Scherrer, Andrés F. Henao-Martínez, Sabrina Newman, Poornima Ramanan, José A. Suarez

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Abstract

Purpose of Review: The goal of this review is to summarize the current knowledge of the epidemiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and treatment of cutaneous, mucosal, and visceral leishmaniasis. We will describe the most recent findings and suggest areas of further research in the leishmaniasis field. Recent Findings: This article reviews newer leishmaniasis tests (including rapid diagnostic tests using rK39 antibodies), vaccine candidates, and updated treatment recommendations. Summary: While leishmaniasis is a complex disease, learning the prominent clinical manifestations and major parasite species can guide the recommendations for diagnosis and treatment.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	121-132
Number of pages	12
Journal	Current Tropical Medicine Reports
Volume	8
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/s40475-021-00232-7
State	Published - Jun 2021
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Cutaneous leishmaniasis
Leishmania vaccine
Leishmaniasis
Mucocutaneous leishmaniasis
Visceral leishmaniasis

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Immunology and Allergy
Infectious Diseases

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