article · Journal of Parasitology Research

Assemblages and Subassemblages of Giardia duodenalis in Rural Western, Kenya: Association with Sources, Signs, and Symptoms

Erick Barasa
Valentine Budambula
Denis Mukhongo
Ezra Kombo Osoro
Nathan Shaviya
Briston Indieka
Geofrey Maloba
Tom Were

20246 citationsOpen accessTechnical University of Mombasa

Abstract

Targeted mass prophylactic treatment of domestic animals and utilization of gastrointestinal presentations, age < 18 years, and a history of nitroimidazole use are useful in the diagnosis and prevention of giardiasis among residents of rural communities.

Research topics

Parasitic Infections and Diagnostics
Amoebic Infections and Treatments

Sustainable Development Goals

Good Health and Well-being

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DOI: 10.1155/2024/1180217

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