Cysticercosis in Shandong Province, Eastern China

Emerg Infect Dis. 2018 Feb;24(2):384-385. doi: 10.3201/eid2402.151253.

Abstract

We analyzed demographic and clinical data and estimated the incidence of cysticercosis in Shandong Province, China, during 1975-2014. Our analyses showed that a cysticercosis-endemic area is present in Shandong Province, especially in its western regions. Improved surveillance and control are needed to address the elevated risk for cysticercosis in this region.

Keywords: China; Shandong Province; cysticercosis; epidemiology; geographical distribution; parasites.

Publication types

  • Letter
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Cysticercosis / diagnosis
  • Cysticercosis / epidemiology*
  • Endemic Diseases*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Young Adult