Enterobius vermicularis in Brazil: An integrative review
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop
; 56: e0073, 2023. tab
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ABSTRACT
ABSTRACT Enterobius vermicularis, an intestinal helminth, is transmitted through the ingestion of eggs found in food, water, dust, or other fomites, including infected individuals. This review aimed to examine the frequency and distribution of E. vermicularis infections in Brazil between 1991 and 2022. The conducted bibliographic survey revealed that the frequency of E. vermicularis infections in Brazil ranged from 0.1 to 26.1%, depending on factors such as population ethnicity, individual age group, geographic area, time frame, and diagnostic method. However, these findings were based on a limited number of publications, suggesting that the actual prevalence rates of E. vermicularis infection may still be unknown and potentially underestimated.
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01-internacional
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LILACS
Type of study:
Systematic_reviews
Country/Region as subject:
America do sul
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Brasil
Language:
En
Journal:
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop
Journal subject:
MEDICINA TROPICAL
Year:
2023
Document type:
Article
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Project document
Affiliation country:
Brazil
Country of publication:
Brazil