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ArticleScientific reports2024

Asymptomatic malaria and predictors among migrant farmworkers East Shewa zone Oromia Ethiopia.

Gudeta Legesse, Weynshet Tafesse, Dagaga Kenea, Bereket Wake Subussa, Gezahegn Solomon Alemayehu, Tadesse Kebede, Lemu Golassa, Musa Mohammed Ali, Asrat Hailu

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Gudeta LegesseDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Science, Arsi University, Asella, Ethiopia. gudetalegese@yahoo.com.
Weynshet TafesseDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Wachamo University Hossana, Hosaina, Ethiopia.
Dagaga KeneaDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Science, Arsi University, Asella, Ethiopia.
Bereket Wake SubussaDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Science, Arsi University, Asella, Ethiopia.
Gezahegn Solomon AlemayehuCollege of Health Science, Defense University, Bishoftu, Oromia State, Ethiopia.
Tadesse KebedeDepartment of Microbiology, Immunology, and Parasitology, College of Health Science, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Lemu GolassaAklilu Lemma Institute of Pathobiology, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Musa Mohammed AliSchool of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Hawassa University, Hawassa, Ethiopia.
Asrat HailuDepartment of Microbiology, Immunology, and Parasitology, College of Health Science, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

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Abstract

Asymptomatic malaria can impact existing malaria control and elimination efforts around the world, particularly in Africa, where the majority of malaria cases and death occurs. This is a cross-sectional study aimed to determine the prevalence and predictors of asymptomatic malaria among migrant farmworkers from June to July 2020 in the Upper Awash Agro-industry, East Shewa zone, Oromia Regional State, Ethiopia. A total of 254 migrant farmworkers without signs and symptoms of malaria were enrolled. Data on socio-demographic characteristics and malaria prevention practices were obtained through a structured questionnaire. Venous blood samples were collected and diagnosed using microscopy, rapid diagnostic tests, and polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Data were coded, entered, and analyzed using SPSS version-21 statistical software. Multivariable logistic regression was used to assess associated factors. A p < 0.05 was considered statistically significant. The overall prevalence of asymptomatic malaria among farmworkers in this study was 5.1% [95% CI 1.6, 6.7]. The proportions of Plasmodium falciparum was 90.0% (9/10) while it was 10.0% (1/10) for Plasmodium vivax. Out of the microscopy and/or RDT-confirmed malaria cases, (n = 9; 100%) were confirmed to be P. falciparum by nested PCR, while (n = 3/122; 2.46%) were found to be P. falciparum among 50% negative cases with the microscopy and/or RDT. The gametocyte stage was detected in 40% of microscopically positive cases out of which 44.4% belongs to P. falciparum. Home area/origin of migrant laborers [AOR = 6.08, (95% CI 1.08, 34.66)], family history of malaria [AOR = 8.15, (95% CI 1.43, 46.44)], and outdoor sleeping [AOR = 10.14, (95% CI 1.15, 89.14)] were significantly associated with asymptomatic malaria. In conclusion, asymptomatic malaria was detected among farmworkers in the study area and it was significantly associated with outdoor sleeping, home area, and family history of malaria. Prevention tools and control strategies, particularly focusing on migrant farmworkers, should be considered to support the ongoing malaria control and elimination effort in Ethiopia.

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FarmersTransients and MigrantsAdolescentAdultAsymptomatic InfectionsCross-Sectional StudiesEthiopiaFemaleHumansMalariaMalaria, FalciparumMalaria, VivaxMaleMiddle AgedPlasmodium falciparumPlasmodium vivaxAsymptomatic malariaEast ShewaEthiopiaGametocytePlasmodium

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