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Host-antibody inductivity of virulent Entamoeba histolytica and non-virulent Entamoeba moshkovskii in a mouse model

Parasites & Vectors, 2019
Background Despite similarities in morphology, gene and protein profiles, Entamoeba histolytica and E. moshkovskii show profound differences in pathogenicity.
Narumol Khomkhum, Somphob Leetachewa, Aulia Rahmi Pawestri, Saengduen Moonsom   +3 more
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Prevalence of cases of amebic liver abscess in a tertiary care centre in India: A study on risk factors, associated microflora and strain variation of Entamoeba histolytica

PLoS ONE, 2019
Background Amebiasis, caused by Entamoeba histolytica (E. histolytica), is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in developing countries. Mortality due to amebiasis is mostly by extra intestinal infections, amebic liver abscess being the most ...
Aradhana Singh, T. Banerjee, Raju Kumar, S. Shukla   +3 more
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Taxon, Arboreality, Sex, and Season—Factors Influencing Gastrointestinal Parasite Occurrence in Zoo‐Housed Non‐Human Primates

Zoo Biology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT The emergence of anthelminthic resistance is a well‐documented phenomenon in livestock and companion animals. Given the scarcity of new antiparasitic drugs, the implementation of effective, holistic anthelminthic control strategies is critical to preserving the efficacy of existing treatments.
Stalder Sandro, Hatt Jean‐Michel
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Differential detection of Entamoeba histolytica, Entamoeba dispar and Entamoeba moshkovskii in faecal samples using nested multiplex PCR in west of Iran

Epidemiology and Infection, 2019
This study aimed to determine the prevalence of Entamoeba histolytica, Entamoeba dispar and Entamoeba moshkovskii (collectively referred to as Entamoeba complex), using microscopic and molecular methods in Kurdistan Province, northwest of Iran.
F. Bahrami, A. Haghighi, G. Zamini, M. Khademerfan   +3 more
semanticscholar   +1 more source

Intestinal Parasitic Infections and Associated Factors Among Psychiatric Patients at Debre Tabor Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia: A Cross‐Sectional Study

Health Science Reports, Volume 9, Issue 6, June 2026.
ABSTRACT Background and Aims Intestinal parasitic infections pose significant public health challenges in developing countries. They are major concerns in rehabilitation centers for individuals with mental disabilities. However, little attention has been given to preventing these infections among the mentally disabled groups.
Andargachew Almaw, Bekele Sharew, Shewaneh Damtie, Tegenaw Tiruneh, Aynework Abebaw, Birhanemaskal Malkamu, Dessie Tegegne, Birhanu Getie, Mulat Erkihun, Ayenew Assefa, Getu Abeje, Teklehaimanot Kiros, Sinedu Moges, Kirubel Shiferaw, Mengistu Tesfa Alula, Mihreteab Alebachew, Birhanu Malede, Ayenew Berhan   +17 more
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Phosphatidylinositol Kinases and Phosphatases in Entamoeba histolytica

Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology, 2019
Phosphatidylinositol (PtdIns) metabolism is indispensable in eukaryotes. Phosphoinositides (PIs) are phosphorylated derivatives of PtdIns and consist of seven species generated by reversible phosphorylation of the inositol moieties at the positions 3, 4,
Kumiko Nakada-Tsukui, Natsuki Watanabe, T. Maehama, T. Nozaki   +3 more
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Intestinal Parasites in a Rural Highland Tourist Community of Nepal: Diversity, Prevalence, and Associated Factors in Humans and Livestock

Public Health Challenges, Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2026.
This cross‑sectional observational study assessed the prevalence and diversity of intestinal parasitic infections in humans and livestock in a rural highland community of Nepal. Intestinal parasites were detected in 22% of human participants and 73% of livestock, with overlapping parasite genera observed within the same households.
Kishor Pandey, Niten Bharati, Yamini Chhetri, Rachana Bhusal, Madan Nepal, Zainuddin Ansari, Minu Shilpakar, Anju Karmacharya, Shaniya Bhusal, Navin Kumar Yadav, Tsunami Thapa Magar, Muna Bhattarai, Bimala Bhattarai, Arti Neupane, Shristi Bhandari, Jitendra Gautam, Siddha Raj Ojha, Anisha KC, Dharmaraj Patel, Ganesh Chaudhary, Sandhya Gautam, Merina Lama, Janak Raj Subedi, Pitambar Dhakal, Mahendra Maharjan, Rajendra Prasad Parajuli   +25 more
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Entamoeba histolytica Induce Signaling via Raf/MEK/ERK for Neutrophil Extracellular Trap (NET) Formation

Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology, 2018
Amoebiasis, the disease caused by Entamoeba histolytica is the third leading cause of human deaths among parasite infections. E. histolytica was reported associated with around 100 million cases of amoebic dysentery, colitis and amoebic liver abscess ...
Zayda Fonseca, César Díaz-Godínez, N. Mora, O. R. Alemán, E. Uribe-Querol, J. Carrero, C. Rosales   +6 more
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A Case of Concurrent Infection with Entamoeba Histolytica and Giardia Lamblia

Xiehe Yixue Zazhi
Entamoeba histolytica and Giardia lamblia are two types of parasites that can cause intestinal infections in humans. Patients can be transmitted through the ingestion of food and drinking water contaminated with cysts, and present symptoms such as ...
LI Jing, SI Yongzhen, ZHANG Feng, HAO Yingying, GUO Ye   +4 more
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Intestinal Parasitic Infections in Marginalized Populations: Prevalence and Risk Factors Among the Bantar Community of Sunsari, Nepal

Public Health Challenges, Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2026.
Intestinal parasite infections remain highly prevalent (53.3%) among the Bantar community in Sunsari, Nepal, with Ascaris lumbricoides being the most common parasite and nail‐biting habit identified as a significant risk factor. The findings highlight the urgent need for targeted water, sanitation, hygiene, and health education interventions.
Mukesh Kumar Mahato, Jitendra Gautam, Niten Bharati, Darwin Niroula, Krishna Prasad Acharya, Tulsi Ram Gompo, Kishor Pandey   +6 more
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