Chinese Journal of Dermatology ›› 2011, Vol. 44 ›› Issue (11): 827-828.

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A case of cutaneous leishmaniasis

  

  • Received:2010-12-22 Revised:2011-06-07 Online:2011-11-15 Published:2011-11-01

Abstract:

Objective To elucidate the epidemiology, differential diagnosis, treatent and prognosis of Leishmaniasis. Methods An inpatient diagnosed as Cutaneous Leishmaniasis was analyzed for clinical and pathological features as well as laboratory findings. Results The patient was confirmed to have Cutaneous Leishmaniasis by the biopsy of the skin、cutaneous tissue fluid smear and tissue fluid culture. Conclusion This report suggests that personnel from epidemic region needs to be aware of incidence of Leishmaniasis .

Key words: Cutaneous Leishmaniasis