Sharbatkhori, M,

School of Medicine, Golestan University of Medical Sciences, Gorgan, Iran

[ 1 ] - Prevalence of Cryptosporidium among Diarrheic Children Hospitalized in Gonbad Kavus City, 2011

Abstract Background and Objective: Cryptosporidium is a common protozoan causing diarrhea in human, specifically in children. Hence, we aimed to investigate the prevalence of this protozoan among diarrheic children hospitalized in Gonbad Kavus in 2011. Material and Methods: Three stool samples were collected from diarrheic children in two hospitals of Gonbad city and a relevant questionnaire wa...

[ 2 ] - Serological Evidence and Associated Risk Factors for Toxoplasma gondii in Gorgan and a Review of Recent Studies in Golestan Province

Background and purpose: Toxoplasma gondii is one of the most common parasitic infections in humans and other vertebrates worldwide. This study aimed at determining the seroprevalence of Toxoplasma infection and associated risk factors in individuals attending a Reference Laboratory in Gorgan, Iran. Moreover, recent studies in Golestan province were reviewed. Materials and methods: A descriptiv...