Toxoplasma infection in an urban community.
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چکیده
A survey was undertaken in an urban community to examine the intrafamilial epidemiology of toxoplasma infection and its relation to a set of environmental variables. Statistically significant relations were found with (a) ownership of a dog or cat; (b) the handling of pet food, particularly cat food; and (c) a "risk" score compounded from the handling of pet food and lack of cleanliness in the kitchen.
منابع مشابه
بررسی فراوانی عفونت توکسو پلاسماگوندی در زنان باردار مراجعه کننده به مراکز بهداشتی درمانی شهری و روستایی الشتر در سال 87
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- British medical journal
دوره 4 5676 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1969