ATLL complicated by strongyloidiasis and isosporiasis: case report.
In summary, we present this as the first reported case of both isosporiasis and strongyloidiasis complicating HTLV-I-associated ATLL. Prompt diagnosis and treatment of these parasites in the immunocompromised host are necessary to prevent severe wasting and dehydration. This should also prevent the significant morbidity and mortality associated with dissemination well-described for Strongyloides, and recently seen at autopsy in a patient with isosporiasis. Recurrent infections are common with both organisms, therefore chronic suppressive therapy and prophylactic treatment prior to chemotherapy or steroid administration is warranted.
Massey
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Department of Internal Medicine, University of Virginia, Charlottesville 22908.
Weinstein
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Petri
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Williams
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Hess
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D003048:Coccidiosis / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D015459:Leukemia-Lymphoma, Adult T-Cell / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis; D008875:Middle Aged; D009894:Opportunistic Infections / Q000209:etiology*; D013322:Strongyloidiasis / Q000209:etiology*