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Schistosomiasis in a mining area: intersectoral implications.

A M Polderman

    Tropical Medicine and Parasitology : Official Organ of Deutsche Tropenmedizinische Gesellschaft and of Deutsche Gesellschaft Fur Technische Zusammenarbeit (GTZ)
    |June 1, 1986
    PubMed
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    Schistosomiasis infection is highly prevalent in a Zaire tin mining area due to ecological changes and water contact. Control efforts face resource limitations, necessitating sustainable, long-term strategies.

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    Area of Science:

    • Tropical medicine
    • Environmental health
    • Parasitology

    Background:

    • Schistosomiasis infection rates exceed 90% in a Zaire tin mining region.
    • High infection intensity observed, with 50% excreting over 600 eggs/gram of feces.
    • Transmission is linked to man-made ecological shifts and increased human-water interaction.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the high prevalence and intensity of schistosomiasis in a specific tin mining area.
    • To identify factors contributing to schistosomiasis transmission in the region.
    • To evaluate existing control measures and their limitations.

    Main Methods:

    • Ecological assessment of the tin mining area.
    • Epidemiological survey to determine schistosomiasis prevalence and intensity.
    • Review of implemented control strategies: latrine construction, water supply, diagnosis, and treatment via occupational health services.

    Main Results:

    • Extensive man-made ecological changes and intensive man/water contact correlate with high schistosomiasis prevalence and intensity.
    • Current control measures, including sanitation and healthcare services, have been implemented.
    • Environmental control measures are constrained by high costs.

    Conclusions:

    • The high burden of schistosomiasis in this area is driven by significant ecological alterations and water contact patterns.
    • Existing control strategies are insufficient due to resource limitations.
    • Sustained control requires repetitive chemotherapy and additional measures exceeding current resource availability.

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