Enterobius
View article: Parasitological Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice and its Public Health Impact Among Residents of Marma Water Channel, Jigawa State, North Western Nigeria
Parasitological Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice and its Public Health Impact Among Residents of Marma Water Channel, Jigawa State, North Western Nigeria Open
Access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene is a basic necessity for human livelihood. However, adequate provision of portable water is a critical issue to most developing countries around the world including Nigeria. The present study as…
View article: Parasitological Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice and its Public Health Impact Among Residents of Marma Water Channel, Jigawa State, North Western Nigeria
Parasitological Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice and its Public Health Impact Among Residents of Marma Water Channel, Jigawa State, North Western Nigeria Open
Access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene is a basic necessity for human livelihood. However, adequate provision of portable water is a critical issue to most developing countries around the world including Nigeria. The present study as…
View article: Study of Appendicular Lesions in A Tertiary Care Centre
Study of Appendicular Lesions in A Tertiary Care Centre Open
Acute appendicitis is inflammation of the vermiform appendix. It is the commonest general surgical emergency in children and young adults, yet its diagnosis can still confound even the most skilled surgeon due to its highly variable presen…
View article: Study of Appendicular Lesions in A Tertiary Care Centre
Study of Appendicular Lesions in A Tertiary Care Centre Open
Acute appendicitis is inflammation of the vermiform appendix. It is the commonest general surgical emergency in children and young adults, yet its diagnosis can still confound even the most skilled surgeon due to its highly variable presen…
View article: Table 1_Schistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminthiasis prevalence and associated factors among school children in the Hawela Tula sub-city, Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study.docx
Table 1_Schistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminthiasis prevalence and associated factors among school children in the Hawela Tula sub-city, Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study.docx Open
Background Intestinal helminthiasis is a neglected tropical disease that affects more than 1.5 billion people worldwide, and school-aged children are particularly vulnerable. However, there is limited local evidence in Hawela Tula sub city…
View article: One Health assessment of zoonotic intestinal parasites in humans, dogs, and soil of coastal Cartagena, Colombia
One Health assessment of zoonotic intestinal parasites in humans, dogs, and soil of coastal Cartagena, Colombia Open
Background and Aim: Zoonotic intestinal parasites remain a neglected public health problem in low-resource coastal communities where humans, free-roaming dogs, and contaminated environments interact closely. Cartagena, Colombia, lacks upd…
View article: Incidental Post-Mortem Discovery of <em>Enterobius vermicularis</em> Infection in a Soldier
Incidental Post-Mortem Discovery of <em>Enterobius vermicularis</em> Infection in a Soldier Open
Enterobiasis is an intestinal parasitic infection that presents with anal itching and can have serious complications. A 44-year-old soldier with no known medical history was found deceased in his vehicle, not far from his father's farm. Au…
View article: P44 | Advanced diagnostic approaches in unexplained hyper-eosinophilia: navigating the challenges of parasitic infections
P44 | Advanced diagnostic approaches in unexplained hyper-eosinophilia: navigating the challenges of parasitic infections Open
Background: Hyper-eosinophilia signals various pathological processes, including allergic or autoimmune reactions, and notably, parasitic infections. Case report: We present four cases of hypereosinophilia due to parasitosis, diagnosed onl…
View article: Rare postoperative pancolitis following appendectomy: a case of Shigella and Enterobius vermicularis co-infection in a paediatric patient
Rare postoperative pancolitis following appendectomy: a case of Shigella and Enterobius vermicularis co-infection in a paediatric patient Open
This case report presents a rare postoperative complication of acute appendicitis in a five-year-old female caused by pancolitis due to a Shigella infection and an Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm) infestation. This case underscores the ne…
View article: ENTEROBÍASE: ASPECTOS ATUAIS
ENTEROBÍASE: ASPECTOS ATUAIS Open
A enterobíase (oxiuríase) é uma parasitose intestinal causada pelo nematódeo Enterobius vermicularis, com relevância clínica tanto por suas manifestações intestinais quanto pela associação com infecções do trato urinário. Este manuscrito a…
View article: Enterobius vermicularis in children at daycare centers
Enterobius vermicularis in children at daycare centers Open
Objective: this study aimed to evaluate the frequency of enterobiasis in children attending daycare centers in Niterói, RJ, Brazil, using different parasitological techniques, and correlating its frequency with socioeconomic factors and cl…
View article: A Case of Acute Appendicitis With Mucocele, Serrated Adenoma, and Enterobius vermicularis as Underlying Etiologies
A Case of Acute Appendicitis With Mucocele, Serrated Adenoma, and Enterobius vermicularis as Underlying Etiologies Open
View article: Characteristics seen in men who have sex with men with Enterobius vermicularis (threadworms): a systematic review
Characteristics seen in men who have sex with men with Enterobius vermicularis (threadworms): a systematic review Open
Objectives Enterobius vermicularis (threadworms) is a parasitic enteric helminth causing anal pruritus. This systematic review aimed to explore demographic, behavioural and biological characteristics seen in men who have sex with me…
View article: Enterobius vermicularis infection and its risk factors among rural schoolchildren in Zhejiang Province: a cross-sectional study
Enterobius vermicularis infection and its risk factors among rural schoolchildren in Zhejiang Province: a cross-sectional study Open
View article: Pinworm in the Appendix: An Unusual Cause of Appendiceal Inflammation; A Case Report
Pinworm in the Appendix: An Unusual Cause of Appendiceal Inflammation; A Case Report Open
Purpose Enterobius Vermicularis, usually causing perianal pruritus in children, can rarely become the cause of acute appendicitis. It is imperative to discuss this unique manifestation of this parasitic infestation. Methods The Medline dat…
View article: Enterobius in Acute Appendicitis – An Unheralded Guest- A Case Report
Enterobius in Acute Appendicitis – An Unheralded Guest- A Case Report Open
Enterobius vermicularis infestation is a global public health concern. The exact pathogenesis of Enterobius species causing acute appendicitis is debatable and only a few cases have been reported in India and different countries of the wor…
View article: Enterobius vermicularis: Coming Soon to an Appendix Near You?
Enterobius vermicularis: Coming Soon to an Appendix Near You? Open
In underdeveloped countries, Enterobius vermicularis is one of the most prevalent parasitic infections of the gastrointestinal tract. E. vermicularis' presence within the appendix has been shown to cause symptoms that mirror …
View article: Prevalence of Enterobius vermicularis among Primary School Children of Barangay Gravahan, Matina, Davao City
Prevalence of Enterobius vermicularis among Primary School Children of Barangay Gravahan, Matina, Davao City Open
Enterobiasis, commonly known as pinworm infection, is caused by the roundworm Enterobius vermicularis, and is considered the most prevalent parasitic infection in humans worldwide. This study aims to determine the prevalence of Enterobius …
View article: Table 1_Case Report: Endoscopic examination improves the diagnosis of inconspicuous helminth infections in adults in Shanghai.xls
Table 1_Case Report: Endoscopic examination improves the diagnosis of inconspicuous helminth infections in adults in Shanghai.xls Open
With advancements in medical care and improved public health in China, the incidence of hookworm infections has significantly decreased, particularly in first-tier cities. We report a case of severe microcytic hypochromic anaemia caused by…
View article: Epidemiological and molecular characterization of Enterobius vermicularis cases in Mersin, Turkey: An analysis based on mitochondrial DNA cox1 gene sequences
Epidemiological and molecular characterization of Enterobius vermicularis cases in Mersin, Turkey: An analysis based on mitochondrial DNA cox1 gene sequences Open
View article: A Case of Appendiceal Pinworms in an Adolescent Patient
A Case of Appendiceal Pinworms in an Adolescent Patient Open
View article: Experimental data for Figs 2–7.
Experimental data for Figs 2–7. Open
Background Necator americanus is the predominant species causing hookworm infections in humans. Despite advancements in prevention strategies, mild cases of infection still occur, highlighting the need for improved detection techno…
View article: Rare Parasitic Causes of Acute Appendicitis: Enterobius Vermicularis in Focus
Rare Parasitic Causes of Acute Appendicitis: Enterobius Vermicularis in Focus Open
Background: Acute appendicitis is one of the most common causes of emergency surgery. Usually, it occurs due to luminal obstruction. However, enterobius vermicularis (EV) infections can also contribute to appendiceal pathology. EV may mimi…
View article: Intestinal Parasitic Infection in Human Immuno-Diffeciency Virus and Acquired Immune Difficiency Syndrome (HIV/Aids) Patients Attending General Hospital Doma in Nasarawa State
Intestinal Parasitic Infection in Human Immuno-Diffeciency Virus and Acquired Immune Difficiency Syndrome (HIV/Aids) Patients Attending General Hospital Doma in Nasarawa State Open
Intestinal parasitic infections poses significant risks for individuals living with HIV/AIDS due to their compromised immune systems as it remains a significant global health concern, particularly in low and middle income region like Doma …
View article: Enterobius vermicularis Infestation: A Rare Cause of Appendicitis
Enterobius vermicularis Infestation: A Rare Cause of Appendicitis Open
Enterobius vermicularis (E. vermicularis, pinworm) is a common gastrointestinal parasite in children, occasionally implicated in appendiceal pathology. We report a case of a seven-year-old autistic male who presented with a t…
View article: Enterobius vermicularis infection in congenital anorectal malformation
Enterobius vermicularis infection in congenital anorectal malformation Open
Introduction: Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm) infections are prevalent worldwide, particularly among children, and are sometimes associated with surgical conditions such as appendicitis. We present a case of pinworm infection in a child …
View article: Prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites among school children in Ngurore, Yola South LGA., Adamawa State, Nigeria
Prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites among school children in Ngurore, Yola South LGA., Adamawa State, Nigeria Open
Gastrointestinal parasites are those types of intestinal parasites, which infect the lumen and lining tissue of the lumen of the small and large intestines. Around 1.5 billion people suffer from soil-transmitted helminths, above 267 millio…
View article: Impact of the season and prevalence of intestinal parasitosis at the Notre Dame de l’Espérance University Hospital Center
Impact of the season and prevalence of intestinal parasitosis at the Notre Dame de l’Espérance University Hospital Center Open
Background Intestinal parasitoses are one of the main causes of morbidity and mortality in Africa, with a prevalence of 42.18%. The tropical climate in the D.R. Congo provides parasites with an environment conducive to their proliferation.…
View article: The Incidence of Pinworm <u>Enterobius</u> <u>Vermicularis</u> Among School Children Aged 6-10
The Incidence of Pinworm Enterobius Vermicularis Among School Children Aged 6-10 Open
داء السرميات أو عدوى الدودة الدبوسية هو عدوى طفيلية شائعة ومعدية تؤثر بشكل رئيسي على الأطفال وتسببها بكتيريا الستيرية الدودية. تم إجراء العديد من الدراسات حول العالم من أجل فهم هذا الطفيلي بشكل كامل. هدفت هذه الدراسة إلى تحديد مدى انتشار ب…
View article: Correction to “Epidemiologic Study of <i>Enterobius vermicularis</i> Infection among Schoolchildren in the Republic of Marshall Islands”
Correction to “Epidemiologic Study of <i>Enterobius vermicularis</i> Infection among Schoolchildren in the Republic of Marshall Islands” Open
[This corrects the article DOI: 10.1155/2021/6273954.].