@article{103829,
  keywords = {Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), Scabies, Buruli ulcer, Africa},
  author = {Kouassi Yao Isidore  and Amani Kaunan Leslie WG  and Abasso Mireille  and Sarah H. Kourouma  and Kouassi Kouame Alexandre  and Allou Ange Sylvain  and Gbandama Kouame Pacôme  and Kaloga Mamadou  and Ahogo Kouadio Celestin  and Ecra Elidje Joseph  and Kouamé Kanga  and Sangaré Abdoulaye },
  title = {Epidemiology of neglected tropical diseases with cutaneous manifestations (NTD-CM) at the CHU of Treichville, Côte d’Ivoire},
  abstract = {<p><strong>Context:</strong></p>

<p>Despite efforts to combat them, neglected tropical diseases with skin manifestations (NTD-CM) are still present, and the related information is fragmented, especially in urban areas of Côte d’Ivoire. Objective: To describe the different NTD-CM observed in the dermatology department of the CHU of Treichville. Materials and Methods: This retrospective, cross-sectional, and descriptive study was conducted in the dermatology and venereology department of the CHU of Treichville in Côte d’Ivoire. The study covered a 5-year period, from January 1, 2018, to December 31, 2022. All patients, regardless of age or sex, who were seen or hospitalized with a clinically and/or paraclinically confirmed neglected tropical disease with skin involvement were included. Results: NTD-CM represented 4.16% of dermatoses, with scabies being the most common (97.2%), followed by leprosy (1.1%), Buruli ulcer (1%), mycetoma (0.4%), basidiobolomycosis (0.3%), and mucormycosis (0.1%). Scabies was more prevalent in women, with a sex ratio (M/F) of 1.14, and the most affected age group was 2–17 years (23.5%). Leprosy predominated in males, with a sex ratio (M/F) of 3.4, and the lepromatous form was the most frequent (77.3%). Buruli ulcer was more common in male patients, with a sex ratio (M/F) of 2, and the most common complication was squamous cell carcinoma (50%). Mycetoma occurred predominantly in men (77.8%), with the foot being the most affected location (66.7%). Basidiobolomycosis showed an equal sex distribution, with the 2–17-year age group being the most represented (50%). One case of mucormycosis was diagnosed in a 12-year-old. Conclusion: NTD-CM are rare in urban areas (4.16% of dermatoses), but their impact on disadvantaged populations, especially children and youth, is significant. Increased awareness, improved hygiene, and investment in control measures are necessary to achieve the 2030 sustainable development goals.</p>
},
  year = {2026},
  journal = {Our Dermatol Online},
  volume = {17},
  pages = {325 - 330},
  month = {05/2026},
  url = {https://www.odermatol.com/odermatology/20263/6.3142_neglected_20260502.pdf},
  doi = {10.7241/ourd.20263.6},
  language = {ENG},
}