Prevalence of intestinal protozoa among patients attending Al-Shifa Hospital in N'Djamena

الملخص

     This study was conducted with the aim of identifying the Prevalence of intestinal Protozoa among Patients  attending Al-Shifa Hospital in  Ndjamena , identifying the types of intestinal Protozoa present in the target Population, determining the extent of the impact of intestinal Protozoa on the health of community members, identifying environmental factors predisposing to infection with these protozoa ,and determining the incidence rate by gender and which age grope are most susceptible to infection  .

This study was conducted at Al-Shifa Hospital, located north of   Ndjamena , during the period from June 20  to August 20, 2025.

The study Sample includes 120 Stool samples from various age groups, Stool Samples were collected from all Patients Suspected of being infected with intestinal Protozoa Who visited the hospital . A questionnaire containing the data to be analyzed was completed. Their information was recorded according to the from prepared for this study.

The results of this study showed that the overall infection rate with  intestinal Protozoa at Al-Shifa Hospital in  Ndjamena was (71.66%) with 30% 0f males and (41.66%) females infected. Two types of   intestinal Protozoa were diagnosed as follows: The Prevalence of E.histolytica 37.5% , and that of Giardia lamblia was 34.16% .

The results of the Statistical analysis showed significant differences in incidence by gender, with 30% in males and 11.66% in females, with a close relationship between diarrhea cases and infection with the G.lamblia parasite .

This study concludes that the overall prevalence of intestinal protozoa was 71.66%,with G.lamblia accounting for 37.5% and E.histolytica for 34.16%. These rates are very high, indicating the prevalence of these parasites .we also conclude from this study that females are more susceptible than males.

The current study recommends ensuring that water is treated , filtered, and disinfected, and that it is chlorinated to eliminate parasites, as they are a common culprit in vegetables . Also , washing hands before and after eating is recommended. Sources of infection. Therefore the study recommends the use of filters and sterilizers at home , and washing.