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SynthesisBMC infectious diseases2025

Burden of intestinal parasites among diabetic patients in Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Marye Nigatie Debash, Getinet Kumie, Assefa Sisay, Solomon Gedfie, Wagaw Abebe, Agenagnew Ashagre, Tadesse Misganaw, Habtu Debash, Melese Abate Reta

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Marye Nigatie DebashDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia. maryenigatie@gmail.com.
Getinet KumieDepartment 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.
Solomon GedfieDepartment 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.
Agenagnew AshagreDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.
Tadesse MisganawDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.
Habtu DebashDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia.
Melese Abate RetaDepartment of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Woldia University, P.O. box 400, Woldia, Ethiopia.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundIntestinal parasite infections remain a serious public health concern around the world, particularly in countries with inadequate sanitation. The study aims to ascertain the total magnitude of intestinal parasites in diabetes patients throughout the African countries.

objectiveThe aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to determine the general burden of intestinal parasites among diabetic patients in Africa.

methodsA systematic search was performed using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses protocol for studies reporting intestinal parasite infections in patients with diabetes through January 01/2000 to August13/2024. The collected data were analyzed using STATA software version 17. Seven case-control studies and nine cross-sectional studies were included in this study. Heterogeneity across studies was assessed using Cochran's Q statistic and I

resultsIn the current systematic review and meta-analysis, the pooled prevalence of intestinal parasites in diabetic patients was 31% (95% CI: 23-38%) with heterogeneity of I

conclusionPatients with diabetes are a high-risk group for intestinal parasitic infections and should be prioritized for screening. Therefore, it is essential to implement preventative measures for these patients.

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Diabetes MellitusIntestinal Diseases, ParasiticAfricaCase-Control StudiesCross-Sectional StudiesHumansPrevalenceSanitationDiabetes mellitusIntestinal parasitesMeta-analysis

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PMID39799295
PMCPMC11724454

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