Author(s)

Tao Zhang^1,2*, Jun Jiang^3*, Jianfa Liu^1*

¹Department of Parasitology, Ningbo University School of Medicine, Ningbo, China.
²Department of Cardiology, Fenghua People’s Hospital, Ningbo, China.
³Department of Infectious Disease, School of Medicine, The Affiliated Hospital of Ningbo University, Ningbo, China.

The parasitic disease can significantly affect the cardiovascular system through various mechanisms; even though it is traditionally regarded as a disease characterized by parasitic sites’ mechanical damage and some immune responses. Recent studies have shown that the role of parasitic factors in the cause of death due to cardiovascular events cannot be ignored. Considering the worldwide prevalence of parasitic diseases, exploring the effects of parasitic diseases on the cardiovascular system becomes increasingly essential. Here we summarize the latest understanding of common parasitic infections, explore the possible mechanisms of cardiovascular responses to parasitic infections, and propose feasible strategies for preventing and treating parasite-induced cardiac reactions.

Parasite, Parasitic Diseases, Chagas Cardiomyopathy, Cardiovascular System

Zhang, T. , Jiang, J. and Liu, J. (2022) Effects of Parasitic Diseases on the Cardiovascular System. Journal of Biosciences and Medicines, 10, 90-102. doi: 10.4236/jbm.2022.106008.