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[Salmonellosis in Poland in 2002].
Ewa Gonera1, Michał Czerwiński
1Zakład Epidemiologii Państwowego Zakładu Higieny ul. Chocimska 24, 00-791 Warszawa. egonera@data.pl
Przeglad Epidemiologiczny
|June 29, 2004
Summary
Salmonellosis cases slightly increased in Poland in 2002, with Salmonella Enteritidis being the most common cause. Extraintestinal manifestations were frequent, especially in hospitalized patients.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Microbiology
Context:
- Salmonellosis surveillance in Poland.
- Analysis of reported cases and incidence rates in 2002.
- Comparison with previous years' data.
Purpose:
- To report the epidemiological trends of salmonellosis in Poland for 2002.
- To identify the most prevalent Salmonella serotypes.
- To analyze the occurrence of extraintestinal manifestations.
Summary:
- Total salmonellosis cases rose slightly in 2002, with an incidence rate of 54.1 per 100,000 population.
- Salmonella Enteritidis accounted for over 86% of infections. Extraintestinal manifestations were noted in 113 patients, a high since 1994.
- A seasonal peak occurred in July-August. The highest incidence was in 2-year-old children.
Impact:
- Highlights the continued public health burden of salmonellosis in Poland.
- Informs targeted public health interventions and prevention strategies.
- Underscores the importance of monitoring Salmonella serotypes and extraintestinal complications.