Treating Chronic Chagas Disease

Barry, Michele MD, FACP

Professor of Medicine, Co-Director, Tropical Medicine and International Travelers' Clinic, Yale University School of Medicine

Dr. Barry is a consultant for the Ford Foundation, and receives funds from Johnson & Johnson.

Travel Medicine Advisor 16(8):p 47-48, August 2006.

Synopsis:

Benznidazole is effective for treating acutestage Chagas disease, but its effectiveness for treating indeterminate and chronic stages is unknown. Can the course of chronic Chagas disease be altered by treatment with this agent?