TỶ LỆ NHIỄM KÝ SINH TRÙNG VÀ MỐI TƯƠNG QUAN VỚI CÁC ĐẶC ĐIỂM Ở NGƯỜI NUÔI CHÓ TẠI XÃ DÂN THÀNH, TỈNH TRÀ VINH

Abstract

Introduction: Vietnam is a country with various natural conditions for the development of parasites that cause human diseases. The larva migratory syndrome caused by strongyloidiasis, toxocariasis has diverse clinical manifestations, diagnostic techniques are mainly based on serology. Objective: Survey the prevalence of parasites by ELISA technique and examine the correlation between the status of parasite infection and the characteristics of dog owners in Dan Thanh commune, Tra Vinh province. Material and method: A descriptive cross-sectional study from January to February 2023, the patient’s serum were tested by the ELISA technique, recording the social characteristics, clinical signs, and habits. Result: The rate of parasite infection determined by ELISA technique was 34.09%. In which, the infection rate of Toxocara spp. was 19.32% and the prevalence of Strongyloides stercoralis was 15.91%. There is a correlation between the prevalence of parasites and people's habits such as washing hands after contacting with dogs and cats, contacting with cats and dogs (hug, caress, kiss, ...), washing hands after contact directly with sandy soil (p < 0.05). Conclution: The local parasite infection rate is relatively high 34.09%. It is necessary to strengthen propaganda activities on prevention of diseases caused by parasites.