Relationship of socio-cultural practices to orbital cysticercosis

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Author Details : Sayeed K, Kaur A

Volume : 2, Issue : 4, Year : 2016

Article Page : 248-250

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Abstract

Introduction: Cysticercosis is related to poor food hygiene, cooking practices, source of water, sanitation.
Aim: To identify annual distribution and socio-cultural practices associated with incidence of orbital cysticercosis.
Method: Retrospective analysis of 218 patients. Data included water source, residence, family income, dietary habits, preceeding social event, time of presentation.
Result: 56.88% from rural areas, 60.09% vegetarians, 50.00% used government water supply. Annual family income < Rs 35000 in 70.18%, preceeding social events in 94.49%. Annual biphasic peak of incidence was noted.
Conclusion Association of orbital cysticercosis with social events can be utilized for implementing preventive measures.

Keywords: Cysticercosis, social events, Biphasic peak

How to cite : Sayeed K, Kaur A, Relationship of socio-cultural practices to orbital cysticercosis. IP Int J Ocul Oncol Oculoplasty 2016;2(4):248-250

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