Tunga penetrans infestation

disorder

SNOMED 64612002CUI C0277356

Overview

Tunga penetrans infestation is a disorder.

Auto-generated from clinical reference data. Not a substitute for medical advice.

Research Evidence

Peer-reviewed studies linked via MeSH term "Tungiasis" from the MEDLINE/PubMed database.

Sort:

Prevalence and risk factors for tungiasis in Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

[object Object], [object Object], [object Object] et al. · BMC Infect Dis · 2025

PMID: 41214550Meta-AnalysisFull text (PMC)

Prevalence and factors associated with Tungiasis among school age children in Sub Saharan Africa: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

[object Object], [object Object], [object Object] et al. · PLoS One · 2025

PMID: 40338917Meta-AnalysisFull text (PMC)

The efficacy of topical, oral and surgical interventions for the treatment of tungiasis: A systematic review of the literature.

[object Object], [object Object], [object Object] et al. · PLoS Negl Trop Dis · 2021

PMID: 34415904Meta-AnalysisFull text (PMC)

Clinical interventions for tungiasis (sand flea disease): a systematic review.

[object Object], [object Object], [object Object] et al. · Lancet Infect Dis · 2021

PMID: 34237261Meta-Analysis

Epidemiology of tungiasis in sub-saharan Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

[object Object], [object Object] · Pathog Glob Health · 2020

PMID: 32909926Meta-AnalysisFull text (PMC)

Better floors, better health: a theory of change for an improved household flooring intervention in rural communities in Kwale and Bungoma counties, Kenya.

[object Object], [object Object], [object Object] et al. · BMC Public Health · 2025

PMID: 39962442RCTFull text (PMC)

A pilot study of dimeticone oils versus sodium carbonate treatment for tungiasis: A randomized cohort trial in Homa Bay County, Kenya.

[object Object], [object Object], [object Object] et al. · PLoS Negl Trop Dis · 2024

PMID: 39042700RCTFull text (PMC)

Evaluating the potentials of randomised integrated control trial on tungiasis in a South-western Nigerian community.

[object Object], [object Object], [object Object] · Acta Trop · 2021

PMID: 34358514RCT

Efficacy of a mixture of neem seed oil (Azadirachta indica) and coconut oil (Cocos nucifera) for topical treatment of tungiasis. A randomized controlled, proof-of-principle study.

[object Object], [object Object], [object Object] et al. · PLoS Negl Trop Dis · 2019

PMID: 31756189RCTFull text (PMC)

Successful Treatment of Severe Tungiasis in Pigs Using a Topical Aerosol Containing Chlorfenvinphos, Dichlorphos and Gentian Violet.

[object Object], [object Object], [object Object] et al. · PLoS Negl Trop Dis · 2016

PMID: 27727268RCTFull text (PMC)

Search all PubMed articles for Tunga penetrans infestation

Research data from MEDLINE/PubMed

Related Conditions

Siphonapterosis(parent)

Parasitic infection of skin(parent)

Infestation by insect(parent)

Quick Facts

SNOMED CT: 64612002
UMLS CUI: C0277356
Fully Specified Name: Tunga penetrans infestation (disorder)
Specialists: 0
Diagnostic Biomarkers: 0

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment plan.

Clinical content is derived from the SNOMED CT clinical ontology and curated medical knowledge graphs.