Background: The analyses of the recurrence of opportunistic gastrointestinal parasitic infections is crucial for the effective management of HIV infection in sub-Saharan African countries where intestinal parasites are very common. More and recent information on the interested fi...
Lymphatic filariasis was earmarked for elimination by the year 2020 through the Global programme for the Elimination of Lymphatic filariasis (GPELF). Mas Medicine Administration (MMA) with albendazole and ivermectine went on in Suru LGA for over six years. This study is necessary...
Bright Darko Amoah, Emmanuel Effah-Yeboah, Christopher Mfum Owusu-Asenso, Evans Aduhene, Albert Mensah, Gabriel Bright Dzotefe, Bright Churchill Obeng, Christopher Yaw Dumevi, Grace Danquah Arhin, Clement Asante & Lydia Darko·South Asian Journal of Parasitology·2023
Introduction: Intestinal parasite infections pose a significant public health concern in many developing countries, including Ghana. Inadequate sanitation and poor hygiene practices contribute to the transmission of these parasites, with contaminated food being a common route of...
Aim: To assess the factors affecting the validity of histidine-rich protein II (HRP2)-based rapid diagnostic test (RDT) kit for diagnosis of malaria in Afikpo North Local Government Area, Ebonyi State. Study Design: Quantitative methods using both structured questionnaires and se...
Elijah Sunday Okwuonu, Adaugo Mary Obiomalemoha, Uchenna Athanasius Ubaka, Festus Chizoba Eze, Olanrewaju Abosede Mgboji, Obiageli Anthonia Okeke, Esther Nkechi Elijah, Abel M.C. Isirue, Funmilayo Faith Hinmikaiye, Patra Chisom Ezeamii & Chinwike Emmanuel Nnanna·South Asian Journal of Parasitology·2023
Aim: This study evaluated the prevalence of malaria parasites in children aged 1-15 years at Bishop Shanahan Hospital in Nsukka, Enugu State, Nigeria. Study Design: The study was a random survey design. Place and Duration of Study: The study was carried out in Bishop Shanahan Hos...
Aims: The aim of this study was to determine the occurrence of intestinal parasites in presumptive pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB) patients attending clinics at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital (COOUTH) in Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria. Study Design: The stud...
In recent times, the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) with the field of parasitology has catalyzed a revolutionary shift in the approach to diagnosing, treating, and understanding parasitic infections. The amalgamation of advanced computation...
N. M. Okafor, D. N. Aribodor, C. C. Ekezie, G. E. Ahanonu, N. P. Okafor, C. A. Ihemanma & S. O. Obiefoka·South Asian Journal of Parasitology·2023
Aim: The aim was to determine the prevalence of soil-transmitted helminthiasis in Umunze, Anambra State, Nigeria. Study Design: This study is a cross-sectional, community-based, descriptive study. Place and Duration of Study: The study was carried out in Umunze, headquarters of O...
Layla O. Elmajdoub, Kholoud A. Emshiheet, Fatma M. Abushiba, Sara E. Elzwawy, Mabrooka M. Abusahal & Rowida S. Alagme·South Asian Journal of Parasitology·2023
Aims: This study was aimed to determine the prevalence and morphological features of Hysterothylacium species from different infected organs in lizardfish in Misurata, Libya. Place and Duration of Study: The study was carried out at Misurata University, Misurata, Libya, between J...
Tungiasis, caused by the female sand flea Tunga penetrans, is a neglected tropical disease that affects impoverished communities in tropical and subtropical regions. This comprehensive review discusses the biology, life cycle, epidemiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, preve...