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10th Edition of World Congress on Infectious Diseases

June 25-27, 2026 | Barcelona, Spain

June 25 -27, 2026 | Barcelona, Spain

Angiostrongyliasis

Angiostrongyliasis

Angiostrongyliasis parasite primarily resides in rodents, particularly rats, but can also infect snails, slugs, and other intermediate hosts. Human infection occurs through ingestion of contaminated intermediate hosts or food items, such as raw vegetables or fruits, contaminated with the parasite's larvae. Once ingested, the larvae migrate to the central nervous system, causing neurological symptoms ranging from headaches and stiff neck to more severe complications such as meningitis or encephalitis. Diagnosis is often challenging due to nonspecific symptoms, but can be confirmed through laboratory tests or imaging studies. Treatment typically involves supportive care and antiparasitic medications, although severe cases may require hospitalization. Prevention focuses on proper food hygiene practices and avoiding consumption of raw or undercooked intermediate hosts. Public awareness and education are crucial in endemic regions to minimize the risk of infection and improve early detection and management of angiostrongyliasis.

Committee Members
Speaker at Infectious Diseases Conferences - Ranjan Ramasamy

Ranjan Ramasamy

IDFISH Technology, United States
Speaker at Infectious Diseases Conferences - Saurabh Chattopadhyay

Saurabh Chattopadhyay

University of Kentucky College of Medicine, United States
Speaker at Infection Conferences - Yazdan Mirzanejad

Yazdan Mirzanejad

University of British Columbia, Canada
Infection 2026 Speakers
Speaker at Infection Conference - Michele Mishto

Michele Mishto

Francis Crick Institute, United Kingdom
Speaker at Infection Conferences - Seki Masafumi

Seki Masafumi

Saitama Medical University International Medical Center, Japan
Speaker at Infectious Diseases Conference - Chukwuemeka Iloegbu

Chukwuemeka Iloegbu

NYU/Emarin, United States
Speaker at Infection Conference - Stephanie Maltais

Stephanie Maltais

University of Montreal, Canada

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