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Identification of Blastocystis sp. in school children from a rural Mexican village: subtypes and risk factors analysis.
Parasitology research - 1 Jul 2023
Hidalgo-Gonzalez Leydi Anahi, Salgado-Lopez Jeanille, Pineda-Rodriguez Sandra Alheli, Martinez Arony, Romero-Valdovinos Mirza, Martinez-Hernandez Fernando, Rendon-Franco Emilio, Olivo-Diaz Angelica, Maravilla Pablo, Rodriguez-Bataz Elvia
Abstract excerpt
Blastocystis sp. is a common eukaryotic microorganism that colonizes the intestinal tract of several animals, including humans, although its role as a pathogen is still unclear. In the present study, we report the prevalence and risk factors associated with Blastocystis infection in scholars from a rural community in Mexico. A cross-sectional observational study was carried out on schoolchildren aged 3 to 15...
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