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SynthesisActa parasitologica2025

Prevalence of Intestinal Parasitic Infections and Associated Factors Among Food Handlers in East Africa: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Agenagnew Ashagre, Tadesse Misganaw, Wagaw Abebe, Zelalem Dejazmach, Gashaw Azanaw Amare, Yenesew Mihret Wondmagegn, Kassahun Misgana Worku, Adane Adugna, Hassen Ahmed, Solomon Gedifie and 14 more

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

24 authors.

Agenagnew AshagreDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia. age3741@gmail.com.
Tadesse MisganawDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.
Wagaw AbebeDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.
Zelalem DejazmachDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.
Gashaw Azanaw AmareDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, Debre Markos University, Debre Markos, Ethiopia.
Yenesew Mihret WondmagegnDepartment of Medical Parasitology, School of Biomedical and Laboratory Sciences, College ofMedicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia.
Kassahun Misgana WorkuMedical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Arbaminch University, Arbaminch, Ethiopia.
Adane AdugnaDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, Debre Markos University, Debre Markos, Ethiopia.
Hassen AhmedDepartment of Biomedical Science, School of Medicine, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, Woldia, Ethiopia.
Solomon GedifieDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.
Getinet KumieDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.
Marye NigatieDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.
Abdu JemalDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.
Woldeteklehaimanot KasahunDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.
Sisay AyanaDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.
Zelalem AsmareDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.
Yalewayker GashawDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.
Ermias GetachewDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.
Muluken GashawDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.
Assefa SisayDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.
Selamyhun TadesseDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.
Biruk Beletew AbateSchool of Nursing, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.
Atitegeb Abera KidieSchool of Public Health, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.
Melesse Abate RetaDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundIntestinal parasitic infections are a significant public health concern, especially among food handlers, who can transmit these infections to the public through food preparation and handling. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to determine the pooled prevalence and associated factors of intestinal parasitic infections among food handlers in the East African region.

methodsA systematic review and meta-analysis on intestinal parasitic infections among food handlers involved a comprehensive search across various databases, including Scopus, PubMed, ScienceDirect, Google Scholar, and the institution's library registers. Forty relevant articles were identified and analyzed using STATA Software version 17.0. Sensitivity analysis, publication bias assessment with Egger's test, and the Trim-and-fill meta-analysis for bias adjustment were conducted. Heterogeneity across the studies was assessed using Cochran's Q statistic and I

resultsThe pooled prevalence of intestinal parasitic infections among food handlers was 32.27% (95% CI 27.90-36.65). The most prevalent parasites were Entamoeba histolytica/dispar 20.83% (95% CI 13.66-28%), Ascaris lumbricoides 13.84% (95% CI 10-17.68%), Giardia lamblia 8.55% (95% CI 6.03-11.06%), and hookworm 6.43% (95% CI 3.93-8.93%). Using a common knife for cutting raw meat (AOR = 2.27, 95% CI 1.21-4.31), food handler's untrimmed fingernails (AOR = 2.14, 95% CI 1.50-2.78), and no hand washing practices with soap after using the toilet (AOR = 2.25, 95% CI 1.33-3.18) were associated with higher rates of intestinal parasitic infections among food handlers.

conclusionsParasitic infections among food handlers were found to be significantly prevalent. Factors contributing to this high prevalence included food handlers' untrimmed fingernails, poor hand hygiene practices, and using a shared knife for chopping various food items, including raw meat. These findings emphasize the need for proper personal hygiene and sanitation practices among food handlers to prevent transmitting parasitic infections to consumers.

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Food HandlingIntestinal Diseases, ParasiticAfrica, EasternAnimalsHumansPrevalenceRisk FactorsAssociated factorsEast AfricaFood handlersIntestinal parasiteMeta-analysisPrevalence

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PMID39755837

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