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[Trichuriasis in Cuba]

F A Núñez Fernández1, E Sanjurjo González, J Ramón Bravo

  • 1Instituto de Medicina Tropical Pedro Kouri.

Revista Cubana De Medicina Tropical
|January 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Trichuris trichiura is the most common intestinal parasite in Cuba, affecting 17.8% of the population. Higher rates of this geohelminthiasis are found in rural areas, children aged 6-9, and those with poor sanitation.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Parasitology

Context:

  • A study was conducted on a representative sample of 11,364 individuals from the Cuban population.
  • Investigated the prevalence of intestinal parasites using Willis and direct coproparasitological techniques.

Purpose:

  • To determine the most prevalent intestinal parasite in Cuba.
  • To identify demographic and environmental factors associated with parasitic infections.

Summary:

  • Trichuris trichiura was identified as the most prevalent intestinal parasite, with an overall prevalence of 17.8%.
  • Higher frequencies of geohelminthiasis were observed in rural populations.
  • A prevalence peak was noted in the 6 to 9-year age group.
  • Poor hygienic and sanitary conditions were strongly associated with increased parasitism.

Impact:

  • Highlights the significant public health burden of Trichuris trichiura in Cuba.
  • Informs targeted interventions for parasite control, particularly in vulnerable rural populations and children.
  • Emphasizes the critical role of improved sanitation and hygiene in reducing parasitic infections.

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