Cytodiagnosis Of Bancroftian Microfilariae  At Various Sites In An Endemic Area

Dr. Hemali Jayantilal Tailor; Dr. Vasudha Mahendra Bhagat; Dr. Peeyush Kumar Saini; Dr. Varsha Mahesh Baldwa

Volume : II, Issue : IX, September - 2013

Cytodiagnosis Of Bancroftian Microfilariae At Various Sites In An Endemic Area

Dr. Hemali Jayantilal Tailor, Dr. Vasudha Mahendra Bhagat, Dr. Peeyush Kumar Saini, Dr. Varsha Mahesh Baldwa

Abstract :

Introduction: Microfilaria has been a major public health problem since ancient times mainly in tropical countries like India. Conventional methods along with aspiration cytology are important tool for diagnosis. Most cases of cytologically diagnosed microfilaria are unanticipated. Our aim is to evaluate the utility and importance of fine needle aspiration in diagnosis of filariasis in clinically unsuspected cases. Material and Methods: Total 2114 fine needle aspirations both free hand and USG guided were performed in a tertiary care centre from 01/01/2012 to 31/12/2012. 22–23 gauge needle attached to 10ml disposable syringe was used and Haematoxylin and Eosin, Giemsa and Papanicolou stains were used for staining smears. Results : Out of 2114 aspirations, total 6 cases of microfilaria were detected at sites like thyroid, cervical lymph node, inguinal lymph node, axillary swelling and peritoneal fluid. Conclusion : Careful screening of aspiration smears is mandatory for identification of microfilaria in asymptomatic patients so that early treatment can be started.