Parasitic arthritis induced by Strongyloides stercoralis

Ann Rheum Dis. 1984 Jun;43(3):523-5. doi: 10.1136/ard.43.3.523.

Abstract

A 40-year-old man presented with palpable purpura and symmetrical polyarticular arthritis. Histological examination of the synovial membrane and fluid unexpectedly disclosed Strongyloides stercoralis infestation of the ankle joint.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Ankle Joint
  • Arthritis, Infectious / etiology*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Strongyloidiasis*