Re-evaluation of porcine cysticercosis in Nsukka area of Enugu State, Nigeria

Idika, Idika Kalu; Njoga, Ugochinyere Juliet; Eze, Ikenna O; Iheagwam, Chijioke N.; Ezenduka, Ekene Vivienne; Njoga, Emmanuel Okechukwu; Onah, D. N.

doi:10.12980/apjtd.7.2017d7-7

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“…On the account of post-mortem examinations, the present and previous prevalence values reveal Ghana to be an important foci of PCC in the West Africa (Adu-Gyasi et al, 2018;Atawalna et al, 2015;Bimi et al, 2012;Melki et al, 2018;Permin et al, 1999) and perhaps in whole of sub-Saharan Africa (Assana et al, 2013). For instance, the high PCC prevalence in the 1990s in Nsukka area of Nigeria had been shown to have reduced in recent years to 2.40% (Idika et al, 2017) whereas the case of the Upper East Region of Ghana about the same time period remains relatively unchanged thus 11.70% in 1997 (Permin et al, 1999) vs 10.10% in the present study.…”

Section: Porcine Cysticercosis Could Be Reported In Pigs From All Five Regions Of Northernmentioning

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Abattoir-based prevalence and distribution of porcine cysticercosis in northern Ghana inferred from Kumasi Abattoir

Addy

Maseko

Dufailu

2020

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Taenia solium cysticercosis is a cosmopolitan foodborne disease that is neglected in many endemic tropical societies. The disease situation is less understood in parts of sub-Saharan Africa including Ghana, meanwhile useful surveillance data are needed from all endemic localities for designing effective intervention strategies. The present study estimated abattoir-based prevalence and distribution of T. solium cysticercosis in pigs from northern Ghana. A survey was carried out at the Kumasi abattoir to screen for cyst infection and localization sites, and evaluate the handling of infected carcasses. Taenia solium cysticercosis infection was noted in pigs at the abattoir, drawn from all five Regions of northern Ghana. Generally, porcine cysticercosis had 9.73% prevalence across the Regions with the Upper East Region (10.10%) being noted as a key focus of the cestode. Animals from the Upper West, Savannah, Northern and North East Regions also recorded a prevalence range of 8.25 – 12.12%. The results indicate considerable prevalence of T. solium cysticercosis that was in wide distribution in pig in northern Ghana and point to a public health threat in cities where such infected pigs are slaughtered.

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Section: Porcine Cysticercosis Could Be Reported In Pigs From All Five Regions Of Northernmentioning

confidence: 56%

Abattoir-based prevalence and distribution of porcine cysticercosis in northern Ghana inferred from Kumasi Abattoir

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Maseko

Dufailu

2020

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“…Two studies from Ghana determined the prevalence of porcine cysticercosis by carcass inspection and obtained the prevalence of 2.31-11.70% [59,60], among a total of 4181 pigs. A total of 10 studies in Nigeria determined the prevalence of porcine cysticercosis by carcass inspection and obtained a prevalence of 1-20% [23][24][25][26][61][62][63][64][65] among a total population of 12,781 pigs. While one study determined the seroprevalence of porcine cysticercosis and obtained a seroprevalence of 46% IgG antibodies among 115 pigs [66].…”

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“…Others include type and availability of toilets, open defecation, lack of personal hygiene after toilet use, pork consumption and traditional system of pig management [47]. One of the risk factors for epilepsy was history of febrile convulsions [70], purchasing home slaughtered pigs, lack of toilet facilities [64], sourcing pig from the northern part of the country and local breed of pigs [26]. It was observed in Senegal that the risk factor for seropositivity to cysticercosis was older age group and lack of latrine [42].…”

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Taenia soliumCysticercosis in Pigs and Human: A Review of Epidemiological Data in West Africa (1990–2019)

Weka¹,

Luka²,

Ogo³

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Taenia solium taeniasis/cysticercosis/neurocysticercosis is a neglected zoonotic disease endemic in sub-Saharan Africa, Latin-American and Asia and is an emerging public health and economic problem. The association between cysticercosis and epilepsy has been documented worldwide including West Africa. Poor sanitary conditions, traditional pig farming and poverty play an important role in perpetuation of Taenia solium. There has been limited research undertaken in T. s o l i u m in human and pigs in some West African countries, where prevalence of taeniasis was up 40%, human cysticercosis 10.3%, porcine cysticercosis 32.5-39.6% and epilepsy 28.0/1000-43.0/1000. The study identified porcine cysticercosis in 18 countries, human cysticercosis in 19 countries, taeniasis in 4 countries and epilepsy was reported in 25 countries. The aim of this study is to review scientific literature on the epidemiology of T. s o l i u m infections in pigs and humans in Western Africa and document data on the prevalence of epilepsy in the region. The objective is to document occurrence of disease in West Africa so as to offer options available for control. The study conducted literature search of online international databases of published resources for information on T. s o l i u m in Western Africa and Epilepsy from 1990 to 2018.

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“…A. suum can hinder growth and affect cognitive function in children and young adults [ 12 ] and is a concern for public health. Infection with A. suum can occur by ingesting contaminated food or water containing viable parasite eggs [ 13 ]. This parasite has significant health implications and can result in financial losses due to medical treatment [ 14 ].…”

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Prevalence and diversity of gastrointestinal parasites on pig farms in Kalasin Province, Thailand

Thanasuwan,

Piratae,

Thaowandee

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Vet World

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Background and Aim: Gastrointestinal (GI) parasite infections are the foremost and prevalent diseases that affect pigs in Thailand. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of GI parasites among pigs in Kalasin Province. This study is the first attempt to understand the occurrence of GI parasites in pigs within Kalasin province using fecal samples as the methodology. Materials and Methods: We collected 324 fecal samples directly from the rectums of pigs from May to July 2023. The formalin-ethyl acetate concentration and floatation methods were used to examine these samples. The eggs or oocysts were identified by observing their morphology and size under a light microscope. Results: Of the 324 fecal samples examined, 276 tested positive for gastrointestinal parasitic infections, resulting in a prevalence rate of 85.19%. Nematodes were the most prevalent, with Strongyle-type infections being the highest in 267 cases (82.41%), followed by Ascaris suum in 222 cases (68.52%), and Trichuris spp. in 152 cases (46.91%). Strongyloides spp. infections were also observed in 92 cases (28.40%). However, trematode infection was relatively rare, with only Fasciola spp. found in 15 cases (4.63%). We identified Eimeria spp. in 87 cases (26.85%), Iodamoeba spp. in 70 cases (21.60%), Balantidium coli in 67 cases (20.68%), and Isospora spp. in 52 cases (16.05%). Notably, most of the positive fecal samples showed double infections with a prevalence rate of approximately 38.27%. Single infections were the next most common, accounting for 25.31% of the cases, followed by 3 parasites (14.81%) and 4–5 parasites (6.79%). Conclusion: This study underscores the high endemicity of GI parasites among pigs in Kalasin province. To improve prevention and control measures, it is recommended to establish a health monitoring program that includes deworming and emphasizes good hygiene practices. The insights gained from this study will contribute to the enhancement of pig farming practices in Kalasin province, ultimately leading to improved production and profitability. In addition, future research should focus on detecting these parasites in Kalasin and exploring their relationship with human transmission cycle. Keywords: gastrointestinal parasites, Kalasin, pig, prevalence.

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Re-evaluation of porcine cysticercosis in Nsukka area of Enugu State, Nigeria

Cited by 8 publications

References 9 publications

Abattoir-based prevalence and distribution of porcine cysticercosis in northern Ghana inferred from Kumasi Abattoir

Abattoir-based prevalence and distribution of porcine cysticercosis in northern Ghana inferred from Kumasi Abattoir

Taenia soliumCysticercosis in Pigs and Human: A Review of Epidemiological Data in West Africa (1990–2019)

Prevalence and diversity of gastrointestinal parasites on pig farms in Kalasin Province, Thailand

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