02045nas a2200253 4500000000100000008004100001260001200042653002400054653002600078653001900104653002400123653002000147653002000167653001900187653001900206100001300225700001400238245009600252856006600348300001200414490000700426520134400433022001401777 2023 d bMDPI AG10aInfectious Diseases10a protozoan infections10a helminthiasis10ainfectious diseases10atravel medicine10ahuman migration10aclimate change10aclimate change1 aTunali V1 aKorkmaz M00aEmerging and Re-Emerging Parasitic Infections of the Central Nervous System (CNS) in Europe uhttps://www.mdpi.com/2036-7449/15/6/62/pdf?version=1698233122 a679-6990 v153 a
In a rapidly evolving global landscape characterized by increased international travel, migration, and ecological shifts, this study sheds light on the emergence of protozoal and helminthic infections targeting the central nervous system (CNS) within Europe. Despite being traditionally associated with tropical regions, these infections are progressively becoming more prevalent in non-endemic areas. By scrutinizing the inherent risks, potential outcomes, and attendant challenges, this study underscores the intricate interplay between diagnostic limitations, susceptibility of specific population subsets, and the profound influence of climate fluctuations. The contemporary interconnectedness of societies serves as a conduit for introducing and establishing these infections, warranting comprehensive assessment. This study emphasizes the pivotal role of heightened clinician vigilance, judicious public health interventions, and synergistic research collaborations to mitigate the potential consequences of these infections. Though rare, their profound impact on morbidity and mortality underscores the collective urgency required to safeguard the neurological well-being of the European populace. Through this multifaceted approach, Europe can effectively navigate the complex terrain posed with these emergent infections.
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