Prevalencia de desnutrición y parasitosis durante la etapa de preadolescencia (9-11 años) en la población de la Parroquía Quisapincha- Ambato

Abstract

The main objective of this research study was to evaluate the prevalence of malnutrition and intestinal parasitosis in the pre-adolescence stage (9 to 11 years old) in the population of the Quisapincha parish of the Ambato canton. The sample consisted of 100 preadolescents between 9 and 11 years of age. 11 years old. Stool and blood samples were collected, applying the corresponding biosecurity measures. Subsequently, the samples were transported for processing at the Parasitology Laboratory of the Faculty of Sciences of the Polytechnic School of Chimborazo. The results obtained were tabulated in Excel and subsequently entered into the SPSS program for descriptive statistical analysis. It was revealed that 95% of the pre-adolescent population studied had parasitic infestation in the coproparasitological analysis. Among those with intestinal parasites, Entamoeba histolytica was identified most frequently at 56%, Entamoeba coli at 66%, Chilomastix messily at 12%, Giardia lamblia at 10%, and Endolimax nana at 8%. In addition, 19% of the pre-adolescents were found to be malnourished. In conclusion, this comprehensive study, which included hematological, biochemical, and coproparasitological tests, provided a complete picture of the health and nutritional status of the pre-adolescent population studied. It is recommended to develop and implement programs, talks, or workshops on eating habits and nutrition aimed at parents in the communities to improve the quality of life of their children