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Türkiye Parazitoloji Dergisi
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ISSN 2146-3077 · Turkish Society for Parasitology · 404 artikel di indeks
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Risk of Oral Myiasis in Intensive Care Unit: A Case Report Caused by Calliphoridae
Myiasis is a rare ectoparasitic infestation characterized by the invasion of living tissue by fly larvae of the order Diptera. While larvae typically target wounded skin, ocular, nasopharyngeal, and gastrointestinal regions, oral myiasis is a less frequently reported but clinically significant site…
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The Hidden Danger in the Eyelids: Diagnosis and Treatment of Bilateral Phthiriasis Palpebrarum - A Rare Pediatric Case Report
Phthiriasis palpebrarum is a rare infestation of the eyelids caused by Phthirus pubis. This condition is particularly noteworthy as it is a rare cause of red eyes in children and can often be confused with other forms of blepharoconjunctivitis. In this study, we examined an 11-year-old male patient…
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Tissue-level Consequences of Segmental Abnormalities in Hirudo verbana: A Morphological and Histological Approach
Objective: This study aimed to investigate the histological and morphological differences between healthy and deformed specimens of the medicinal leech Hirudo verbana, with particular focus on tissue integrity and cellular organization. Methods: We conducted comparative histological analysis using…
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Assessment of the Knowledge Levels of University Students in Health Sciences Regarding Parasitic Diseases
Objective: A comprehensive understanding of parasitic diseases, which affect both human and animal health, is crucial for university students in health sciences as they prepare for their future roles as healthcare professionals. This study aims to assess the knowledge levels of university students…
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Incidence and Economic Impact of Fasciolosis in Ruminants from Slaughterhouses in Bejaia Province (Northern Algeria): A Retrospective Survey (2017-2023)
Objective: Fasciolosis is considered an important parasitic disease, and also a primary source of morbidity and mortality in ruminants with significant economic losses and public health. The objective of the present study was to determine the prevalence and the economic losses due to fasciolosis in…
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Evaluation of the Agreement of Indirect Hemagglutination Test with Radiologic Methods in the Diagnosis of Cystic Echinococcosis: A Retrospective Analysis of Two-year Laboratory Results
Objective: Many studies have been conducted to determine the distribution map of cystic echinococcosis (CE) in our country. However, there is no data from Uşak province in the literature. One of the aims of our study is to present the first hospital data on CE disease from Uşak province. Clinical…
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Investigation of Systemic Immune Inflammatory Index and Other Complete Blood Parameters in Cases with Amoebiasis
Objective: Entamoeba histolytica is a major parasitic cause of acute gastroenteritis. In this study, hematological inflammatory indices were assessed in adhesin-positive amoebiasis cases. Methods: Adhesin test results and hemogram parameters were evaluated simultaneously in cases who were referred…
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An Investigation of Microsporidia Species in Humans Living in Düzce and Bolu Provinces of Türkiye
Objective: The literature about microsporidia clearly shows that the prevalence of microsporidia varies at different rates depending on the sampling status and region in the studies. However, the majority of studies have been conducted in immunocompromised individuals. It is vital to determine the…
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Human Fasciola hepatica Infection in Türkiye is More Then We Knew: A Systematic Review
Fasciola hepatica is a trematode that is easily visible to the naked eye. It infects sheep and cattle, but can sometimes be an accidental host in humans.This review was carried out to review the published studies on human Fasciola hepatica in Türkiye and to systematically examine the data obtained…
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Clinical and Immunological Overlap Between Visceral Leishmaniasis and Rheumatic Disorders: A Comparative Review on Diagnostic Challenges
Rheumatic diseases are complex systemic disorders characterized by multi-organ involvement and diverse laboratory abnormalities. The diagnostic approach involves a comprehensive evaluation of clinical and serological markers and the exclusion of conditions with overlapping presentations, such as…
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Investigating the Genetic Diversity of Culiseta longiareolata Populations in Southern Iran: Insights from the COI Gene
Objective: Culiseta longiareolata (Cs. longiareolata), a mosquito species found in Europe, Asia, and North Africa, is an important vector for various diseases like West Nile encephalitis, and malaria. This study aimed to assess the genetic diversity of the Cs. longiareolata mosquito population in…
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Epidemiological Evaluation of Scabies Cases Presenting to a Tertiary Healthcare Facility Over a Five-year Period
Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the demographic characteristics and annual trends of scabies cases before, during, and after the coronavirus disease-2019 pandemic. Methods: All patients diagnosed with scabies at the Dermatology Outpatient Clinic of Yozgat Bozok University between January…
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Cystic Echinococcosis in Pediatric Patients in Sivas Province: Clinical, Laboratory, Surgical, and Radiological Findings
Objective: This study aimed to retrospectively evaluate the serological, clinical, and radiological findings in the diagnosis of cystic echinococcosis (CE) in pediatric patients. The relationship between serological test results and clinical and radiological findings was also investigated. Methods…
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Evaluation of the Seroprevalence of Cystic Echinococcosis by the Indirect Hemagglutination (IHA) Method at Balıkesir University Faculty of Medicine: A Seven-year Analysis
Objective: Echinococcosis is a zoonotic infection caused by cestodes of the Echinococcus genus. The most common form, cystic echinococcosis, is a chronic parasitic disease caused by the Echinococcus granulosus sensu lato species complex. The aim of our study is to determine the prevalence of cystic…
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Prevalence of Liver Trematodes in Sheep and Goats Slaughtered in the Siirt Province Slaughterhouse
Objective: Liver trematodes are parasites that adversely affect animal health and cause reduced productivity in ruminants in endemic areas. This study was conducted to determine the prevalence of liver trematodes in sheep and goats slaughtered in Siirt, where small ruminant breeding is widely…
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Quantitative Analysis of the Intracellular Efficacy of Conventional Antileishmanial Drugs Against Leishmania tropica: A Translational Approach Using the THP-1 Macrophage-Amastigote Model
Objective: This study aimed to quantitatively assess the intracellular susceptibility of Leishmania tropica (L. tropica) to conventional antileishmanial drugs using the parasite rescue and transformation assay (PRTA), which involves controlled lysis of infected THP-1 macrophages, release of viable…
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Evaluation of Dermatologists’ Opinions in the Face of Increasing Scabies Cases: A Survey Study
Objective: Scabies is a common and highly contagious parasitic skin disease that continues to pose a significant public health burden worldwide and in Türkiye. This study aimed to evaluate the approaches, experiences, and challenges of dermatologists in Türkiye regarding the diagnosis and treatment…
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Investigation of the Detection Frequency of Demodex spp. in Marmara University Faculty of Medicine Students According to Mask Use and Personal Hygiene Habits During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Objective: Despite the existence of studies evaluating the effect of personal hygiene habits on Demodex mites, which are permanent ectoparasites of humans, there is a paucity of research examining the effect of mask use on the prevalence of Demodex mites during the period of the SARS-CoV-2…
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Seroprevalence of Toxoplasma gondii among Children with Beta-thalassemia Major and its Effect on Selected Immune Parameters
Objective: The seroprevalence of anti-Toxoplasma gondii antibodies among children with beta-thalassemia major is not explored yet. The effect of T. gondii infection on the immune response of patients and to analyse its potential association with selected immune parameters, namely interleukin…
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Optimization of the Parasite Rescue and Transformation Assay for Leishmania tropica: Analysis of Preconditioning and Back Transformation Dynamics
Objective: This study aimed to compare the effects of three culture media [RPMI-1640, Schneider’s insect medium (SIM), and M199] on Leishmania tropica promastigote propagation, preconditioning, and back-transformation of intracellular amastigotes, with the aim of establishing a standardized…