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Determining Soil-transmitted Helminth Infection Status and Physical Fitness of School-aged Children
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Determining Soil-transmitted Helminth Infection Status and Physical Fitness of School-aged Children

Published on: August 22, 2012

Helminthic infestation of the primary school-going children in Manipur

H Lokhendro Singh1, Ng Brajachand Singh, Y Ibotomba Singh

  • 1Department of Microbiology, RIMS, Regional Institute of Medical Sciences, Imphal, Manipur.

The Journal of Communicable Diseases
|November 22, 2005
PubMed

Insights

Intestinal helminth infections were found in 24.5% of 1010 children aged 5-10 years in Manipur. Ascaris lumbricoides was the most prevalent parasite, with infections highest in younger children.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Parasitology
  • Public Health
  • Pediatrics

Background:

  • Intestinal helminth infections are a significant global health concern, particularly in children.
  • Understanding the prevalence and distribution of these parasites is crucial for effective control strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of intestinal helminths among primary school-going children in Manipur.
  • To investigate variations in prevalence based on geographical location (urban vs. rural) and sex.
  • To identify the most common helminth species affecting this age group.

Main Methods:

  • Stool samples from 1010 children (aged 5-10 years) were collected between September 1998 and October 2000.
  • Samples were analyzed using wet film, iodine preparation, and formol-ether concentration techniques.
  • Parasitic eggs and larvae were identified to determine infection status and species.

Main Results:

  • A total of 24.5% of children were positive for intestinal helminths.
  • Prevalence was similar in urban (26.3%) and rural (23.4%) areas.
  • Ascaris lumbricoides was the most common helminth (19.6%), followed by Trichuris trichiura (2.18%).
  • Mixed infections were also observed.

Conclusions:

  • Intestinal helminthiasis is prevalent in school-aged children in Manipur.
  • Ascaris lumbricoides is the dominant parasite, highlighting the need for targeted interventions.
  • Public health initiatives should focus on this age group and common helminths.

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