Inflammatory joint disease as a manifestation of Toxocara canis larva migrans
Le Luyer, B.; Menager, V.; Audebert, C.; Le Roux, P.; Briquet, M.T.; Boulloche, J.
Annales de Pediatrie 37(7): 445-448
1990
ISSN/ISBN: 0066-2097 PMID: 2256639 Document Number: 354741
We report a case of migrating joint involvement occurring as the first manifestation of Toxocara canis larva migrans. We also reviewed the literature on joint disease caused by parasitic infections. Diagnostic criteria are described. We suggest that an immunoallergic mechanism is involved. Furthermore, the therapeutic trial with thiabendazole contributed usefully to the diagnosis in our patient.