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Schistosomiasis in Addis Ababa

H Birrie1, G Medhin, A Redda

  • 1Institute of Pathobiology, Addis Ababa University.

Ethiopian Medical Journal
|April 1, 1996
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Schistosomiasis is emerging as an urban disease in Ethiopia. A study found 9 children in Addis Ababa infected with Schistosoma mansoni, suggesting possible local transmission.

Area of Science:

  • Tropical Medicine
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Schistosomiasis (bilharzia) is increasingly prevalent in urban settings in endemic nations.
  • Ethiopia faces challenges with schistosomiasis as a growing urban health concern.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the potential for autochthonous transmission of intestinal schistosomiasis in Addis Ababa.
  • To identify factors contributing to urban schistosomiasis transmission in the study area.

Main Methods:

  • Stool examination was conducted on 9 children aged 11-15 years from an Addis Ababa elementary school.
  • Interviews with children and their guardians confirmed their limited travel history outside the city.

Main Results:

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  • Nine children tested positive for Schistosoma mansoni infection.
  • Eight of the infected children had no history of travel outside Addis Ababa, confirmed by guardians.

    • Conclusions:

    • Findings suggest the possibility of local, autochthonous transmission of intestinal schistosomiasis within Addis Ababa.
    • Further systematic surveys are recommended to confirm and understand the extent of urban schistosomiasis in Addis Ababa.