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What about imported bilharziasis in Tunisia?
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9786208266684
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What about imported bilharziasis in Tunisia?
$48.72
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.
| Author: Dorsaf Aloui |
| Publisher: Our Knowledge Publishing |
| Publication Date: Nov 04, 2024 |
| Number of Pages: 52 pages |
| Binding: Paperback or Softback |
| ISBN-10: 6208266688 |
| ISBN-13: 9786208266684 |
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