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August 6, 2025American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene

Current Prevalence of Infection with Opisthorchis viverrini and Intestinal Parasites in Rural Communities in Northeast Thailand Using Stool Examinations and Serological Screening Methods

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RRRutchanee RodpaiKhon Kaen UniversityPJPenchom JanwanKhon Kaen UniversityLSLakkhana SadaowKhon Kaen University

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Implication

Surveillance shows 29.6% infection rate with intestinal parasites in rural communities, indicating a public health concern.

Key Points

  • The study found a 29.6% prevalence of intestinal helminths and protozoans in rural Thailand.
  • Among participants, 16% tested positive for opisthorchis viverrini, highlighting its endemic nature.
  • Stool examinations and serological screenings were used to identify infections and antibodies.
  • Results suggest that IgG antibody tests could enhance future treatment and control efforts against opisthorchiasis.

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Rodpai et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/689521e49f4f1c896c42801bhttps://doi.org/10.4269/ajtmh.25-0258
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