Enterobius vermicularis infections in Iraq

Abstract

Summary Enterobiasis continues to be among the highest parasitic infections affecting the human population worldwide. A study was conducted between 2011 – 2015 in Iraq to evaluate the enterobiasis reported by the Communicable Diseases Control Center (n=220,607 cases) in relation to demographic (age, sex, rural population and family size) and spatial variables (local and regional sources). Females were more parasitized than males, as well as children and youth ages 4 to 15. Approximately 40 % of cases are from the South region provinces (Thiqar, Miasan, Basrah and Wassit). However, most cases occurred in regions with high rural populations and a high family size average. The results may provide insights for researchers assessing management approaches to control enterobiasis in Iraq.

Prevalence, Spatial distribution, and Risk Factors of Enterobius vermicularis among Children in Kidapawan City, Philippines

“…The cosmopolitan parasite Enterobius vermicularis affects more than 200 million individuals globally, with those living in tropical regions and having children in school being the most vulnerable. Pinworm infections are caused by the accidental ingesting infected pinworm eggs found on ngers, clothing, bedding, and other contaminated surfaces [2]. Although several neglected parasitic diseases have readily available tools for their control and elimination, public awareness and interventions are not evident.…”