@article{article,
  keywords = {Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), Scabies, Buruli ulcer, Africa},
  author = {Kouassi Yao Isidore  and Amani Kaunan Leslie WG  and Abasso Mireille  and Sarah H. Kourouma  and Kouassi Kouame Alexandre  and Allou Ange Sylvain  and Gbandama Kouame Pac{\^o}me  and Kaloga Mamadou  and Ahogo Kouadio Celestin  and Ecra Elidje Joseph  and Kouam{\'e} Kanga  and Sangar{\'e} Abdoulaye },
  title = {Epidemiology of neglected tropical diseases with cutaneous manifestations (NTD-CM) at the CHU of Treichville, C{\^o}te d{\textquoteright}Ivoire},
  abstract = {<p><strong>Context:</strong></p>

<p>Despite efforts to combat them, neglected tropical diseases with skin manifestations (NTD-CM) are still present, and the related information is fragmented, especially in urban areas of C{\^o}te d{\textquoteright}Ivoire. Objective: To describe the different NTD-CM observed in the dermatology department of the CHU of Treichville. Materials and Methods: This retrospective, cross-sectional, and descriptive study was conducted in the dermatology and venereology department of the CHU of Treichville in C{\^o}te d{\textquoteright}Ivoire. The study covered a 5-year period, from January 1, 2018, to December 31, 2022. All patients, regardless of age or sex, who were seen or hospitalized with a clinically and/or paraclinically confirmed neglected tropical disease with skin involvement were included. Results: NTD-CM represented 4.16\% of dermatoses, with scabies being the most common (97.2\%), followed by leprosy (1.1\%), Buruli ulcer (1\%), mycetoma (0.4\%), basidiobolomycosis (0.3\%), and mucormycosis (0.1\%). Scabies was more prevalent in women, with a sex ratio (M/F) of 1.14, and the most affected age group was 2{\textendash}17 years (23.5\%). Leprosy predominated in males, with a sex ratio (M/F) of 3.4, and the lepromatous form was the most frequent (77.3\%). Buruli ulcer was more common in male patients, with a sex ratio (M/F) of 2, and the most common complication was squamous cell carcinoma (50\%). Mycetoma occurred predominantly in men (77.8\%), with the foot being the most affected location (66.7\%). Basidiobolomycosis showed an equal sex distribution, with the 2{\textendash}17-year age group being the most represented (50\%). One case of mucormycosis was diagnosed in a 12-year-old. Conclusion: NTD-CM are rare in urban areas (4.16\% of dermatoses), but their impact on disadvantaged populations, especially children and youth, is significant. Increased awareness, improved hygiene, and investment in control measures are necessary to achieve the 2030 sustainable development goals.</p>
},
  year = {2026},
  journal = {Our Dermatol Online},
  volume = {17},
  pages = {325 - 330},
  month = {05/2026},
  url = {https://www.odermatol.com/odermatology/20263/6.3142_neglected_20260502.pdf},
  doi = {10.7241/ourd.20263.6},
  language = {ENG},
}