Investigation on Enterobius vermicularis infection in children of Xiamen and Zhangzhou
Objective To investigate the status of Enterobius vermicularis infection in children of Xiamen and Zhangzhou cities,and analyze its risk factors.Methods In 2011,11 kindergartens and 3 primary schools in Xiamen and Zhangzhou were chosen as investigation spots,respectively.Children aged 2 to 12 were examined by using adhesive cellophane anal swab with round-bottom tube.Information of children's family condition,health behavior and school environment was collected by questionnaire,then the risk factors of the infection were analyzed.Results Totally 1 651 children were examined,and 1 452 qualified questionnaires were collected.The total prevalence was 13.57％(224/1 651).Of the 11 counties,the prevalence was the highest in Zhangzhou (30.36％) and lowest in Xiamen Huli District (0).The prevalence in urban areas of Zhangzhou (18.08％) was higher than that of urban areas of Xiamen (2.28％)(x2=33.63,P＜0.01).The prevalence rate in males and females was 12.97％ and 14.25％(x2=0.573 7,P＞0.05).Multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that residence,education level of parents,occupation of parents,nail biting,types of classroom ground and type of boarding were the risk factors on E.vermicularis infection.Conclusion The prevalence of enterobiasis in children is still high in Zhangzhou areas,and the prevention and control measures should be taken according to the risk factors.
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