A Case of Cutaneous Leishmaniasis: An Emphasis on Scrape Cytology as a Diagnostic Modality.

Abstract

Leishmaniasis is an endemic health issue in tropical and subtropical countries and is a protozoal disease caused by leishmania species. The most common clinical type of leishmaniasis is cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL), and its diagnosis requires confirmation by laboratory tests since treatment for the condition necessitates long-term medication and poses a risk of harmful drug exposure. In developing nations, advanced diagnostic tools like molecular procedures and culture are not available in all centers. The conventional scraping procedure stained by Giemsa is the most preferred diagnostic tool used extensively. This case report highlights the importance of scrape cytology in the diagnosis of CL.