Trypanosoma cruzi, is a parasitic protozoan that is the causative agent of Chagas disease (American trypanosomiasis). Currently, six distinct lineages of T. cruzi are classified into …

Trypanosoma cruzi is a species of parasitic euglenoids. Among the protozoa, the trypanosomes characteristically bore tissue in another organism and feed on blood (primarily) and also lymph.

Mar 6, 2025 · Chagas (CHAH-gus) disease is an illness caused infection with the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi. The parasite is found in the feces of the triatomine bug. These bugs also …

Apr 4, 2024 · WHO fact sheet on Chagas disease: Chagas disease, also known as American trypanosomiasis, is a potentially life-threatening illness caused by the protozoan parasite, …

Oct 28, 2024 · The parasite Trypanosoma cruzi (T. cruzi) causes Chagas. It’s carried by triatomine bugs — commonly called “kissing bugs,” “chinche besuconas” or “vinchucas” — and …

Feb 2, 2024 · Antiparasitic treatment is necessary for all acute or reactivated Chagas cases. Nifurtimox and benznidazole are the drugs for T. cruzi infection. About 20 – 30% of people …

Chagas disease is a condition caused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi. The parasite is mainly found in rural areas of Mexico, Central, and South America.

Chagas disease, also known as American trypanosomiasis, is a tropical parasitic disease caused by Trypanosoma cruzi. It is spread mostly by insects in the subfamily Triatominae, known as …

Summary: Chagas' disease is caused by the protozoan parasite Trypanosoma cruzi and causes potentially life-threatening disease of the heart and gastrointestinal tract. The southern half of …

Apr 3, 2012 · Chagas disease, also known as American trypanosomiasis, is a potentially life-threatening illness caused by the protozoan parasite Trypanosoma cruzi. An estimated 6 to 7 …