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    • Infectious diseases
    • Medical imaging

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    • Waterborne diseases from polluted water are a long-standing global health concern.
    • Protozoan parasites, notably Cryptosporidium and Giardia, are primary causes of worldwide gastrointestinal infections.
    • Contaminated recreational and potable water sources pose significant public health risks.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe key protozoan pathogens responsible for waterborne diseases.
    • To outline treatments for common diseases caused by these pathogens.
    • To discuss the role of medical imaging in assessing long-term health impacts.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of protozoan pathogens and waterborne diseases.
    • Summary of current treatment strategies for related gastrointestinal illnesses.
    • Overview of medical imaging modalities used in patient evaluation.

    Main Results:

    • Identified Cryptosporidium and Giardia as major causative agents of waterborne gastrointestinal disease.
    • Highlighted the utility of various medical imaging techniques (radiography, CT, MRI, ultrasonography, nuclear medicine) for assessing sequelae.
    • Provided insights into therapeutic approaches for waterborne protozoan infections.

    Conclusions:

    • Protozoan parasites in water pose a persistent threat to human health.
    • While not primary diagnostics, medical imaging is valuable for managing long-term complications of waterborne protozoan diseases.
    • Integrated approaches involving pathogen identification, treatment, and imaging are crucial.