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Gastrointestinal Tract Opportunistic Parasitic Infections among Hiv/Aids Patients under Ani-Reroviral Therapy in the Dschang Health District

DJAM CHEFOR ALAIN, Tchouangueu Thibau Flaurant, Elisa Orliane Voukeng Wamba, Ngam Me-Gi-Nee Deo-Gratias Alleluia, Solomon Ifang & Ndongmo Donjio Corine Leader · South Asian Journal of Parasitology · 2023

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...

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Studies on Bancroftian Filariasis in Selected Villages of Suru Local Government Area of Kebbi State, Nigeria

Ukatu, V. E., Daneji, A. I. & Sani, N. · South Asian Journal of Parasitology · 2023

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...

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Gastrointestinal Parasite Contamination of Ready-to-Eat Vegetables Sold in Selected Markets in Ashanti Region, Ghana

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...

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Factors Affecting the Validity of Pfhrp2-Based Rapid Diagnostic Test Kit in the Diagnosis of Malaria in Afikpo, Ebonyi State: A Pilot Study

Olajoju Temidayo Soniran, Euphemia Nnedinma Uzoma & Idika Rose Kalu · South Asian Journal of Parasitology · 2023

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...

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Prevalence of Malaria Parasites among Children from 1 – 15 Years of Age at Bishop Shanahan Hospital Nsukka Enugu State, Nigeria

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...

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Occurrence of Intestinal Parasite Infections among Presumptive Pulmonary Tuberculosis Patients Attending COOUTH Amaku, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria

D. C. Okafor, C. A. Ekwunife, G. E. Ahanonu, J. O. Enyinnaya & C. M. Egbuche · South Asian Journal of Parasitology · 2023

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...

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Prevalence of Soil-Transmitted Helminth Infection in Umunze, Anambra State, Nigeria

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...

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Prevalence and Morphological Characterization of Hysterothylacium sp. (Nematoda: Raphidascarididae) Recovered from Infected Organs of Lizardfish (Saurida undosquamis)

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...

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Soil-Transmitted Helminthiasis in Ifite-Ogwari: A Farming Rural Community in Anambra State, Nigeria

G. E. Ahanonu, D. N. Aribodor, I. S. Okwelogu, C. C. Ekezie, N. M. Okafor, D. C. Okafor & O. C. Echeta · South Asian Journal of Parasitology · 2023

Aims: The aim was to determine the prevalence of soil-transmitted helminthiasis in Ifite-Ogwari: A farming rural community in Anambra State, Nigeria. Study Design:  This study is a cross-sectional, community-based, descriptive study. Place and Duration of Study: The study was car...

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Gastrointestinal Parasites and Relationship with Faecal IgA and Cortisol in Farmed Rabbits in Bamenda, North West, Cameroon

Tombir Sidorine Dzesinyuy, Salah Martin Anchang & Oumar Mahamat · South Asian Journal of Parasitology · 2023

Aim: Parasitic infections represent one of the major causes of death in rabbit’s production system, which affect not only the reproductive performance but also the nutritional and dietary qualities. The objectives of the study were to determine the risk factors and prevalence of...

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Experimental Infection with Foodborne Parasite (Trichinella spiralis) Induced Damage and Apoptosis in Rat Skeletal Muscle Fibers

Lamiaa Bakr, Areej Jameel M. Alghabban, Afaf El Atrash, Aya A. Elbatawy & Ehab Tousson · South Asian Journal of Parasitology · 2023

Aims: Apoptosis, a type of host-cell death, frequently causes tissue damage in the deaths caused by parasite infections. Current study aimed to study the histopathological and Immunohistochemical changes in rats skeletal muscles after experimental trichinellosis infection. Method...

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Incidence of Intestinal Parasites among School-aged Children: A Case Study of Nnarambia, Ahiazu Mbaise Local Government Area of Imo State, Nigeria

O. A. Okeke, A. C. Ezirike, N. P. Udeh, C. C. Nwadike, C. A. Imakwu, I. O. Nnatuanya, C. C. Egwuagu, P. I. Afoemezie, C. J. Okeke, N. C. Okafor & C. Obudulu · South Asian Journal of Parasitology · 2023

Aims: The aim was to determine the prevalence of intestinal parasites among children in Nnarambia community, Imo 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 Umunnac...

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