Is pinworm infection still a public health concern among children in resource-rich region? The prevalence and time-trend analysis of pinworm infection among school-aged children in Hualien County, Taiwan: A retrospective longitudinal study
Abstract:Background: Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm) is a common parasitic intestinal infection in children. A gradual decrease in prevalence of pinworm infection has been noted in resource-rich settings, such as Taiwan. However, the influence of socio-demographic factors on the temporal trend in pinworm infection rates in children under the current pinworm infection prevention policy in Taiwan is not well characterized. This study aimed to evaluate the trend of pinworm infection prevalence and the associated socio-de… Show more
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