A Prevalence Study of Intestinal Parasites Infestation among Patients Attending HIMS Hospital, Located in South East Uttar Pradesh, India
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Research Professionals - Year 2017, Vol 3, Issue 5
Abstract
Introduction: Parasitic infections are a serious public health problem in most of the regions of the world especially in developing countries, including India. This study determines the prevalence of Intestinal parasites in HIMS hospital at Varanasi. Materials & Methods: In this study, total 662 stool samples received in Department of Microbiology were processed, examined and analyzed for ova /cyst/ Trophozoites of parasites within a period of 6 months i.e. from January 2017 to June 2017. Results: Out of the total 662 samples parasitic infections Prevalence was 26.58%. Helminthes were 78.40% (Ascaris lumbricoides being common) and Protozoal cysts or trophozoites were 21.59% (Entamoeba histolytica being common) in positive samples. Also parasitic infection predominance was seen in female and 1-10 years age groups. Conclusion: The analyzed results help in formulating and implementing prevention strategies in this particular region.
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Saumya Singh, Asim Singh, Mukesh Kumar Singh, Mahak Jain
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- DOI 10.21276/ijmrp.2017.3.5.039
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