DOI: 10.1111/pde.15624 ISSN: 0736-8046

Complex cutaneous leishmaniasis in a pediatric patient

Ramneek K. Dhami, Megha M. Tollefson, Jackson G. Turbeville
  • Dermatology
  • Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health

Abstract

Cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL), a parasitic infection caused by Leishmania protozoa and transmitted by sandfly bites, can be classified into Old World and New World subtypes. We report a case of a 2‐year‐old female who developed complex CL after travel to Panama. Ultimately, successful treatment required two rounds of liposomal amphotericin B. We report this case for its challenging clinical course and management.

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