ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVE: To explore the model of Oncomelania snail survey in inland areas, so as to reduce the burden of farmers as well as to improve the quality of snail survey. METHODS: A database of environment in snail survey was established, and specialized personnel were organized at town level. The general survey combined with survey in turn was used. RESULTS: After the improvement of the survey model, the personnel numbers and amounts of labor used, especially the cost afforded at village level decreased significantly, without any influence on the quality of snail survey. CONCLUSIONS: The improvement of snail survey model can enhance the efficiency and quality of survey, and can reduce the burden of farmers, but careful organization, strengthened management, and standardized operations are needed in the procedure.
