Abstract

BATLLE ALMODOVAR, María del C.. Borreliosis de Lyme: acercamiento a una enfermedad infecciosa emergente. Rev Cubana Hig Epidemiol [online]. 1997, vol.35, n.2, pp. 94-105. ISSN 1561-3003.

A review on the available scientific evidence on Lyme borreliosis was made taking into account the present importance of this disease due to its wide distribution worldwide, its severe sequelae for human health, and the difficult prevention and control. Different aspects of this disease were approached placing emphasis on the epidemiology, clinical aspects, diagnosis, and others, in the light of the current knowledge about the subject. It was evidenced that there is no agreement yet about the diagnosis and the antibiotic treatment that should be used, while regarding its prevention and control, health education as well as to avoid infested areas seem to be the most important and recommended measures until effective vaccines are available.

Keywords : LYME DISEASE [epidemiology]; LYME DISEASE [etiology]; LYME DISEASE [diagnosis]; LYME DISEASE [prevention & control]; LYME DISEASE [drug therapy].