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Anglický jazyk
What about imported bilharziasis in Tunisia?
Autor: Dorsaf Aloui
Introduction: Although bilharziasis is the second most endemic parasitic disease in the world, it is considered a neglected tropical disease. In Tunisia, only imported cases have been reported since 1984.Objective: to analyze the epidemiological, clinical... Viac o knihe
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Introduction: Although bilharziasis is the second most endemic parasitic disease in the world, it is considered a neglected tropical disease. In Tunisia, only imported cases have been reported since 1984.Objective: to analyze the epidemiological, clinical and parasitological characteristics of bilharziasis cases diagnosed in ENRPT.Methods: Our study was a cross-sectional study conducted over a period of 15 academic years, and included 6051 ENRPT. Each student was thoroughly interviewed and underwent an EPS and EPU before enrolling in a Tunisian institution.Results : Bilharzia was diagnosed in 91 students (1.5%) (76 cases of intestinal bilharzia, 14 cases of urogenital bilharzia and 1 case of a combination of these 2 forms). The sex ratio of patients was 3 and their mean age 24.4 years. Most students were asymptomatic. Association with other digestive parasites was frequent.Conclusion: This study highlights the importance of maintaining systematic surveillance of ENRPT and prompt management.
- Vydavateľstvo: Our Knowledge Publishing
- Rok vydania: 2024
- Formát: Paperback
- Rozmer: 220 x 150 mm
- Jazyk: Anglický jazyk
- ISBN: 9786208266684
