Eosinophilia, lead poisoning and Toxacaris canis infection in children.
This report identifies Toxacaris canis infestation as a frequent cause of eosinophilia in both lead-poisoned and nonlead-poisoned children. An overall prevalence of 23% was recorded. Literature reveals a vast difference in regional prevalence of T canis infestations and emphasizes the need for the practitioner to be aware of the community in which he/she practices. Because of the adverse neuropsychological effects from T canis infestations, doctors in areas where there is a high prevalence of the disease should consider screening for infestations and conducting psychological testing of infested children.
Rosenblatt
J S
JS
Department of Pediatrics, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, New Jersey 07112.
Porter
J
J
Marcus
S
S
D000818:Animals; D000909:Antibodies, Helminth / Q000032:analysis; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D004285:Dogs; D004802:Eosinophilia / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007855:Lead Poisoning / Q000097:blood / Q000150:complications*; D008297:Male; D014120:Toxocariasis / Q000097:blood / Q000150:complications*
D000909:Antibodies, Helminth