Presentation
The clinical presentation of pentastomiasis is quite varied and depends on infected tissues. The liver, lungs, and pleura are most frequently involved. Abdominal emergencies have been reported. [pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Treatment
Most patients do not require any treatment. Personal measures such as avoidance of contact with snake droppings are recommended to prevent transmission. Imported pentastomiasis has been observed in African migrants. [pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Prevention
Personal measures such as avoidance of contact with snake droppings are recommended to prevent transmission. Imported pentastomiasis has been observed in African migrants. [pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]