Pediatric Case Study of Ocular Loiasis Without Microfilaremia - Takeaways - MDSpire

Pediatric Case Study of Ocular Loiasis Without Microfilaremia

  • By

  • André Domche

  • Arlette Nomo

  • Raissa Dongmo Yemele

  • Hugues C. Nana Djeunga

  • February 7, 2026

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    Loiasis is a parasitic infection caused by the filarial worm Loa loa, prevalent in Central and West Africa, particularly in rainforest areas.

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    A 6-year-old girl in Cameroon presented with an immobile subconjunctival L. loa worm, which had been present for 11 months without significant symptoms.

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    The child underwent successful surgical removal of the worm, followed by topical corticosteroids and antibiotics for postoperative care.

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    Ivermectin was administered post-surgery due to the child's residence in a co-endemic area for loiasis and onchocerciasis.

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    The case highlights the importance of recognizing loiasis in pediatric patients, even in the absence of typical symptoms or microfilaremia.

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Pediatric Case Study of Ocular Loiasis Without Microfilaremia

  • by André Domche, Arlette Nomo, Raissa Dongmo Yemele, Hugues C. Nana Djeunga

  • February 7, 2026

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