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Preliminary survey on infection rate of Biomphalaria pfeifferi with Schistosoma mansoni in Qeha, Shinta and Dimaza river sites around Gondar town, northwest Ethiopia
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Abstract
Background
Schistosoma mansoni is a significant public health concern, as it is transmitted through infection with cercariae released from Biomphalaria species-infested water.
Method
In order to collect Biomphalaria pfeifferi snails from the rivers of Dmaza, Shinta, and Qeha in Gondar town, a one-time snail collection was conducted using a scoop and handpicked method.
Result
A total of 242 Biomphalaria pfeifferi snails were collected from Shinta (22.3%), Qeha (32.2%), and Dimaza (45.5%) rivers. Among these, 85 (35.1%) were found to be shedding S. mansoni cercariae.
Conclusion
The survey findings indicate a high infestation rate of snails with the S. mansoni parasite. The frequent shedding of cercariae highlights the urgent need for comprehensive intervention measures in the study area.
Title: Preliminary survey on infection rate of Biomphalaria pfeifferi with Schistosoma mansoni in Qeha, Shinta and Dimaza river sites around Gondar town, northwest Ethiopia
Description:
Abstract
Background
Schistosoma mansoni is a significant public health concern, as it is transmitted through infection with cercariae released from Biomphalaria species-infested water.
Method
In order to collect Biomphalaria pfeifferi snails from the rivers of Dmaza, Shinta, and Qeha in Gondar town, a one-time snail collection was conducted using a scoop and handpicked method.
Result
A total of 242 Biomphalaria pfeifferi snails were collected from Shinta (22.
3%), Qeha (32.
2%), and Dimaza (45.
5%) rivers.
Among these, 85 (35.
1%) were found to be shedding S.
mansoni cercariae.
Conclusion
The survey findings indicate a high infestation rate of snails with the S.
mansoni parasite.
The frequent shedding of cercariae highlights the urgent need for comprehensive intervention measures in the study area.
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