Authors: Santwana Verma, Ghanshyam K. Verma, Gagandeep Singh, Anil Kanga, Vinay Shanker, Digvijay Singh, Poonam Gupta, Kiran Mokta, Vinita Sharma
DOI: 10.1371/journal.pntd.0001673
Abstract Summary
A comprehensive 18-year study from India’s Sub-Himalayan belt analyzed 100 culture-confirmed sporotrichosis cases. The fungal infection predominantly affected adults aged 31-60, with lymphocutaneous lesions most common (71%). Cases peaked in March-April, showing steady increase over time. This landmark epidemiological data fills critical gaps in understanding sporotrichosis patterns in this endemic region.
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First large-scale study documenting sporotrichosis patterns in endemic Sub-Himalayan India over 18 years, revealing peak incidence in middle-aged adults with seasonal trends, filling critical epidemiological gaps.
License: CC BY.
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