Global prevalence of intestinal protozoan parasites among food handlers: A systematic review and meta-analysis
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چکیده
Food handlers with improper personal hygiene practices have a significant role in transmitting foodborne parasites, including intestinal protozoa. The current systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the global prevalence of protozoan parasites among food handlers. Multiple databases (PubMed, Scopus, Pro-Quest, Web Science, Science Direct, Google Scholar) were explored for relevant literature published from 1988 April 2022. Pooled was estimated using meta-package R (version 3.6.1). One hundred thirty-eight papers, 259,364 individuals, considered this study. pooled (95% confidence interval) 0.143% (0.118–0.170%). highest observed Western Pacific WHO Region (0.318%, 0–1.000%). most prevalent protozoa Blastocystis hominis (0.077%, 0.046–0.115%). Moreover, different countries, Gambia had (0.501%, 0.459–0.544%). present study revealed that highly impact population. Periodic stool screening is necessary prevent infection. Additionally, health education programme raise awareness regarding recommended.
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عنوان ژورنال: Food Control
سال: 2023
ISSN: ['0956-7135', '1873-7129']
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foodcont.2022.109466