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K R Bhowmik

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PubMed1997

A 2-year study of liquid nitrogen therapy in cutaneous leishmaniasis.

BACKGROUND: Among the different modalities for treatment of cutaneous leishmaniasis, liquid nitrogen is considered an effective therapy with very mild side-effects. METHODS: A study was conducted using liquid nitrogen topically for the treatment of cutaneous leishmaniasis in the King Hussain Medical Centre, Amman-Jordan. Among 468 patients of cutaneous leishmaniasis, 293 were treated with liquid nitrogen and the rest were treated with other known treatment modalities. RESULTS: Of the patients treated with cryo surgery liquid nitrogen, 215 of 293 permitted appropriate follow-up; the clinical response was significant and effective. No systemic adverse effects were noted. Mild cutaneous complications were infrequent, and included hypopigmentation, hyperpigmentation, and scar formation. CONCLUSIONS: From the results of this study, liquid nitrogen therapy may be considered an effective treatment for cutaneous leishmaniasis.

Administration, Cutaneous↗
PubMed1994

Filariasis.

Filariasis is found in many tropical and subtropical countries. Approximately 10% of patients with filariasis enter the end stage of the disease known as elephantiasis. The obstruction of the lymphatic system leads to massive swelling and ulceration, especially of the legs, causing deformity and difficulty in movement and function. The condition is preventable with control of the vector and early drug therapy.

Antinematodal Agents↗