This epidemiological study investigates the prevalence of intestinal helminths among 452 primary school children across 11 schools in Ankara and nearby districts. Stool samples were collected and analyzed using Fülleborn's flotation method with saline solution.
Key findings:
124 children (27.4%) were infected with at least one helminth species.
The most frequently identified parasites were:
Ascaris lumbricoides (13.2%)
Hymenolepis nana (9.9%)
Enterobius vermicularis (3.3%)
Trichuris trichiura (2.2%)
Trichostrongylus sp. (1.1%)
Taeniarhynchus saginatus (0.4%)
Prevalence varied significantly by school, with Yapracık (53.8%), Ergazi (52.5%), and Gülveren (36.7%) reporting the highest rates. Coinfection with multiple species was observed in 18 students.
The study highlights a strong correlation between socioeconomic conditions and parasitic infection rates. Children from lower-income communities exhibited significantly higher parasite burdens, underscoring the impact of environmental hygiene, nutrition, and education on public health.
| Primary Language | English |
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| Subjects | Medical Parasitology |
| Journal Section | Research Article |
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| Publication Date | October 31, 1970 |
| IZ | https://izlik.org/JA56EX65ZB |
| Published in Issue | Year 1970 Volume: 23 Issue: 5 |