Faktor Risiko Infeksi Ascaris Lumbricoides pada Anak Sekolah Dasar di Kota Palu

Faktor Risiko Infeksi Ascaris Lumbricoides pada Anak Sekolah Dasar di Kota Palu

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Ascariasis caused by infection of Ascaris lumbricoide, this worm attack all the age group specially primary school chlidren.High and low frequency worm is related to personal hygiene and environmental sanitation.The aim of this study was determine risk factors infection of Ascaris lumbricoides kenya tree coral for sale among school children.Cross sectional studywas conducted among 288 primary school children aged 7- 13 years were selected from 7 school.Structured questionnaire were used to identify socio demographic and behavioral factors.

Stool specimens examined using direct method.Data entry and analysiswas done using Stata software.The results showed prevalence of intestinal worms is 31.25% and the highest was found infection with Ascaris lumbricoides (28.12%).

Logistic regression analysis showed significant relationship between hand washing with soap before eating with infection of Ascaris lumbricoides dea eyewear (OR = 2.41, 95% CI :1,07-5, 42, p-value = 0,033).Ascaris in elementary school children was considerably high in Palu Municipality.Therefore preventive actions in school are needed, for instance provide soap, particulary in toilet and put posters on how to clean hands in school.