Urinary Schistosomiasis in the Urban Community of Zinder (Niger): The Permanent Pond of In'birgui, an Epidemic Focus
Iran J Parasitol. 2024 Jan-Mar;19(1):128-130. doi: 10.18502/ijpa.v19i1.15221.NO ABSTRACTPMID:38654953 | PMC:PMC11033545 | DOI:10.18502/ijpa.v19i1.15221 (Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology)
Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology - April 24, 2024 Category: Parasitology Authors: Lamine Mahaman Moustapha Mahamadou Doutchi Issoufou Brah Moutari Yansambou Mahamadou Seyni Kadidjatou Kassoum Abdoulaye Laminou Maman Ibrahim Source Type: research
Biochemical Properties and Immunogenic Epitopes of < em > Echinococcus granulosus < /em > Glutathione S-Transferase as a Vaccine Target: < em > In-Silico < /em > Study
CONCLUSION: Further studies are needed on the development of vaccines in vivo using EgGST alone or in combination with other antigens in the future.PMID:38654954 | PMC:PMC11033539 | DOI:10.18502/ijpa.v19i1.15205 (Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology)
Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology - April 24, 2024 Category: Parasitology Authors: Sasan Khazaei Abdolhossein Dalimi Majid Pirestani Fatemeh Ghafarifar Source Type: research
Evaluation of In Vitro Cytotoxic and Apoptotic Effects of Miltefosine on the < em > Toxoplasma gondii < /em > RH Strain
CONCLUSION: Miltefosine could be a favorable candidate for use as a new treatment for toxoplasmosis.PMID:38654955 | PMC:PMC11033531 | DOI:10.18502/ijpa.v19i1.15204 (Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology)
Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology - April 24, 2024 Category: Parasitology Authors: Shahram Khademvatan Elham Yousefi Negar Asadi Esmaeil Abasi Source Type: research
The Prevalence and Molecular Characterization of Bovine < em > Babesia < /em > Species and the First Report of < em > B. bovis < /em > from Kashmir Himalayas
CONCLUSION: Bovine Babesiosis in Kashmir is attributed to B. bovis, B. bigemina and some other Babesia spp. or strains which needs further investigation. To our knowledge, this is the first report of Babesia bovis from northern India in cattle.PMID:38654941 | PMC:PMC11033541 | DOI:10.18502/ijpa.v19i1.15211 (Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology)
Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology - April 24, 2024 Category: Parasitology Authors: Tawheed Ahmad Najar Noor Alam Tufani Idrees Mehraj Allaie Shahana Riyaz Tramboo Aijaz Ahmad Dar Hamid Ullah Malik Source Type: research
Seroprevalence of Canine Toxocariasis in Three Rural Areas of Fars Province, Southern Iran
CONCLUSION: The high prevalence of Toxocara infection in dogs in the current study area confirms that infected dogs are an important source of Toxocara infection for their owners and people who are in close contact with these animals, especially children.PMID:38654942 | PMC:PMC11033540 | DOI:10.18502/ijpa.v19i1.15191 (Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology)
Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology - April 24, 2024 Category: Parasitology Authors: Ali Pouryousef Seyyed Mohammad Hashemi Mostafa Omidian Fattaneh Mikaeili Bahador Sarkari Source Type: research
Alpha-Pinene and Tannic Acid Inhibit < em > Trichomonas vaginalis < /em > Protozoan Cells by Inducing Apoptosis
CONCLUSION: Although the results show the antiproliferative and apoptotic effect of α-pinene and TA on Trichomonas cells, in vivo studies are needed to further clarify the effects of these compounds.PMID:38654943 | PMC:PMC11033537 | DOI:10.18502/ijpa.v19i1.15189 (Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology)
Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology - April 24, 2024 Category: Parasitology Authors: Masoumeh Moradi Dara Dastan Mohammad Fallah Manizhe Kashi Nahanji Mohammad Matini Source Type: research
An Unusual Cause of Insidious Back and Shoulder Pain in a Man: A Case Report
In this study, we aimed to raise awareness by presenting the first reported isolated hydatid cyst in the infraspinatus muscle case from our country, which is extremely rare.PMID:38654945 | PMC:PMC11033544 | DOI:10.18502/ijpa.v19i1.15220 (Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology)
Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology - April 24, 2024 Category: Parasitology Authors: O ğuz Kaya Nevzat G önder Source Type: research
A 4-Year-Old Child with a Giant Cerebral Hydatid Cyst: A Case Report
Iran J Parasitol. 2024 Jan-Mar;19(1):113-116. doi: 10.18502/ijpa.v19i1.15218.ABSTRACTEchinococcosis is the most common cestode infection globally caused by the Echinococcus species. The most common organ involvement is the lungs and liver, but other organs can be rarely involved. Here, we present a case with a giant cerebral hydatid cyst. A 4-year-old boy presented with abnormal gait and walking at Marmara University School of Medicine Pendik Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Türkiye in September 2022. Cranial magnetic resonance imaging showed a cyst of 13 cm in diameter. The cyst was enucleated successfully with ...
Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology - April 24, 2024 Category: Parasitology Authors: Aylin Dizi I şık Özcan Sönmez P ınar Canizci Erdemli Eda Kepenekli Zeynep Ergen ç Seyhan Y ılmaz Sevgi Aslan Tuncay Burcu Parlak Adnan Da ğçınar Source Type: research
Molecular Genotyping of < em > Giardia duodenalis < /em > in Humans in the Yazd County, Central of Iran
CONCLUSION: Assemblages A and B are the most prevalent in Central Iran. The molecular identification of G. duodenalis isolates from animals and implementing control programs.PMID:38654947 | PMC:PMC11033543 | DOI:10.18502/ijpa.v19i1.15216 (Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology)
Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology - April 24, 2024 Category: Parasitology Authors: Elaheh Hezardastan Ali Fattahi Bafghi Gilda Eslami Mahmoud Vakili Source Type: research
Visceral Leishmaniasis (VL) Clinical Presentation, Laboratory Findings, Treatment Options and Outcome
CONCLUSION: VL should be included in the differential diagnosis of any child who presents with fever, splenomegaly, and anemia. Concerning the treatment strategy in this study, liposomal amphotericin B had more efficiency and shorter hospitalization duration.PMID:38654944 | PMC:PMC11033536 | DOI:10.18502/ijpa.v19i1.15190 (Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology)
Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology - April 24, 2024 Category: Parasitology Authors: Mahmoud Khodabandeh Elham Moradian Maedeh Sarvari Mahsa Soti Khiabani Source Type: research
Isolation of < em > Schistosoma haematobium < /em > in Bronchoalveolar Lavage in an Immunocompromised Individual: A Case Report
We report a rare case of a 51-year-old People Living with HIV male, managed in a tertiary care hospital in west India in May 2023, vegetable vendor who was admitted with complaints of dysphagia, odynophagia, fever and chest pain for 3 days, cough and breathlessness for 1 month. Chest x-ray and CT scan were suggestive of hypodense fluid collection with rim enhancement along right lateral and posterior aspect of thoracic esophagus. All routine investigations and urine cultures were sent, which turned to be inconclusive. Upper Gastrointestinal scopy was suggestive of pangastritis. Fiberoptic bronchoscopy was done with no stru...
Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology - April 24, 2024 Category: Parasitology Authors: Shailesh Bhanudas Meshram Hiral Gulab Ramnani Spandana Chaudhury Source Type: research
Development of Low-Serum Culture Media for the in Vitro Cultivation of < em > Theileria annulata < /em > S15 Cell Line
CONCLUSION: The significant reduction in the required amount of serum and the remarkable cell growth achieved by using defined serum replacements for the production of cell culture media is a significant step towards the preparation of a proper cell culture medium for the production of bovine Theileriosis vaccine.PMID:38654949 | PMC:PMC11033534 | DOI:10.18502/ijpa.v19i1.15206 (Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology)
Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology - April 24, 2024 Category: Parasitology Authors: Gholamreza Habibi Asghar Afshari Amin Shahedi Mousa Hashemlou Ali Es-Haghi Mohamad Hosein Fallah Mehrabadi Saeid Fathi Source Type: research
A Troublesome Complication of Hydatid Cysts; Intra-Abdominal Rupture: A 10-Year Study from a High-Volume Center
CONCLUSION: Hydatid cyst rupture should be considered in cases of acute abdomen, particularly in regions where the disease is endemic, as in our region. The ruptured hydatid cyst was primarily observed in the liver (94.11% of cases).PMID:38654950 | PMC:PMC11033535 | DOI:10.18502/ijpa.v19i1.15199 (Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology)
Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology - April 24, 2024 Category: Parasitology Authors: H üseyin Yönder Mehmet Sait Berhuni Hasan Elkan Abdullah Özgönül Ahmet Bertan Vedat Kaplan Ali Uzunk öy Source Type: research
Intestinal Parasitic Infections in People Referring to the Central Laboratory of Meshkin Shahr County, Ardabil Province, Iran
CONCLUSION: In- spite of betterment of the health condition in Iran and reduction of parasitic infection, intestinal parasitic infections are still a considerable public health issue in some parts of Iran.PMID:38654952 | PMC:PMC11033542 | DOI:10.18502/ijpa.v19i1.15217 (Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology)
Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology - April 24, 2024 Category: Parasitology Authors: Pooria Asadi Zabihollah Zarei Mehdi Mohebali Zahra Alizadeh Faezeh Najafi Shahrokh Izadi Zahra Heidari Source Type: research
Molecular Characterization of < em > Giardia intestinalis < /em > and < em > Cryptosporidium < /em > spp. Detected in Humans in A ğrı, Türkiye
CONCLUSION: Assemblage A, which is associated with diarrhea, is responsible for giardiasis and C. parvum IId subtype, often found in sheep, goats and cattle, is responsible for cryptosporidiosis in Ağrı, Türkiye.PMID:38654951 | PMC:PMC11033538 | DOI:10.18502/ijpa.v19i1.15188 (Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology)
Source: Iranian Journal of Parasitology - April 24, 2024 Category: Parasitology Authors: Selahattin Aydemir Fethi Barl ık Abdurrahman Ekici Dilara Hande Barl ık Sevil Alkan Esra G ürbüz Hasan Y ılmaz Source Type: research
