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ArticleGhana medical journal2015

Surveillance of Bacterial Pathogens of Diarrhoea in Two Selected Sub Metros Within the Accra Metropolis.

E K Dzotsi, A Z Dongdem, G Boateng, L Antwi, G Owusu-Okyere, D B Nartey, M Olu-Taiwo, M J Adjabeng, J Amankwa, B Sarkodie and 4 more

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Article in Ghana medical journal, 2015. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 9 papers, 3 of them syntheses that pooled it.

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14 authors at 2 institutions in 1 country.

E K DzotsiDisease Surveillance Department, Ghana Health Service, Accra Ghana.
A Z DongdemNational Public Health and Reference Laboratory.
G BoatengNational Public Health and Reference Laboratory.
L AntwiNational Public Health and Reference Laboratory.
G Owusu-OkyereNational Public Health and Reference Laboratory.
D B NarteyNational Public Health and Reference Laboratory.
M Olu-TaiwoDepartment of Microbiology, University of Ghana Medical School, P. O. Box 4236, Accra, Ghana.
M J AdjabengDisease Surveillance Department, Ghana Health Service, Accra Ghana.
J AmankwaDisease Surveillance Department, Ghana Health Service, Accra Ghana.
B SarkodieDisease Surveillance Department, Ghana Health Service, Accra Ghana.
J AddoDisease Surveillance Department, Ghana Health Service, Accra Ghana.
E AntwiGreater Accra Regional Health Directorate, Ghana Health Service, Accra, Ghana.
E AryeeNational Public Health and Reference Laboratory.
J A OpintanDepartment of Microbiology, University of Ghana Medical School, P. O. Box 4236, Accra, Ghana.
Ghana Health Service · GHUniversity of Ghana · GH

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundIn recent years, many localities within the Greater Accra Region (GAR) have witnessed several episodes of cholera outbreaks, with some deaths. Compared to previous epidemics, which usually followed heavy rains, recent outbreaks show no seasonality.

objectivesTo investigate infective bacterial diseases in selected sub metros within the GAR.

methodsWe used existing disease surveillance systems in Ghana, and investigated all reported cases of diarrhoea that met our case-definition. A three-day training workshop was done prior to the start of study, to sensitize prescribers at the Korle-Bu Polyclinic and Maamobi General hospital. A case-based investigation form was completed per patient, and two rectal swabs were taken for culture at the National Public Health and Reference Laboratory. Serotyping and antibiogram profiles of identified bacteria were determined. Potential risk factors were also assessed using a questionnaire.

resultsBetween January and June 2012, a total of 361 diarrhoeal cases with 5 deaths were recorded. Out of a total of 218 rectal swabs cultured, 71 (32.6%) Vibrio cholerae O1 Ogawa serotypes, and 1 (0.5%) Salmonella (O group B) were laboratory confirmed. No Shigella was isolated. The Vibrio cholerae isolates were susceptible to ciprofloxacin and tetracycline. Greater than 80% of patients reported having drank sachet water 24 h prior to diarrhoea onset, and many (144/361) young adults (20-29 years) reported with diarrhoea.

conclusionEnhanced surveillance of diarrhoeal diseases (enteric pathogens) within cholera endemic regions, will serve as an early warning signal, and reduce fatalities associated with infective diarrhoea.

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AdolescentAdultAnti-Bacterial AgentsCholeraDiarrheaDisease OutbreaksFemaleGhanaHumansMaleMicrobial Sensitivity TestsMiddle AgedPopulation SurveillancePublic HealthSalmonellaVibrio cholerae O1Anti-Bacterial AgentsDiarrhoeal disease surveillanceenteric pathogensSalmonellaVibrio cholerae

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PMCPMC4549830
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