Emergent and re-emergent parasites in HIV-infected children: immunological and socio-environmental conditions that are involved in the transmission of Giardia spp. and Cryptosporidium spp.

Fregonesi, Brisa Maria, Suzuki, Meire Nikaido, Machado, Carolina Sampaio, Tonani, Karina Aparecida de Abreu, Fernandes, Ana Paula Morais, Monroe, Aline Aparecida, Cervi, Maria Célia, Segura-Muñoz, Susana

Emergent and re-emergent parasites in HIV-infected children: immunological and socio-environmental conditions that are involved in the transmission of Giardia spp. and Cryptosporidium spp.

AUTOR(ES)

Fregonesi, Brisa Maria, Suzuki, Meire Nikaido, Machado, Carolina Sampaio, Tonani, Karina Aparecida de Abreu, Fernandes, Ana Paula Morais, Monroe, Aline Aparecida, Cervi, Maria Célia, Segura-Muñoz, Susana

FONTE

Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop.

DATA DE PUBLICAÇÃO

2015-12

RESUMO

ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Emergent and re-emergent waterborne protozoans have become a worldwide public health problem, especially among vulnerable groups. METHODS: This cross-sectional study evaluated 17 HIV-infected children and their families. RESULTS: A high (76.5%) percentage of parasite-infected children was observed, even among children with CD4+ T-cell counts of >200 cells/mm3. Giardia spp., Cryptosporidium spp. and Cyclospora spp. were observed in 41.2% of these children Low income, poor hygiene practices, and co-infection in domestic, peridomestic and scholastic environments were significant sources of these intestinal infections. CONCLUSIONS: Early diagnosis, timely treatment, and socio-educational interventions may improve the health conditions of this vulnerable population.