Descrição
Autores: Fernando Saab - Carlos Tomaz
Sinopse:
Toxoplasmosis is an infection caused by the protozoan parasite Toxoplasma gondii, which can be transmitted to humans through ingestion of contaminated food, water, or soil, or through contact with infected animals. Congenital toxoplasmosis occurs when a pregnant woman becomes infected with T. gondii and passes the infection to her fetus. Congenital toxoplasmosis can lead to serious health problems for the fetus, including neurological and visual impairment, hearing loss, and developmental delays. One of the major environmental and health risks for congenital toxoplasmosis is exposure to contaminated soil or water. T. gondii is commonly found in the feces of infected cats and can contaminate soil and water through runoff or direct deposition. The book includes data from a study conducted in the Federal District of Brazil, which aimed to estimate the prevalence of seropositivity for toxoplasmosis among pregnant women. The study found that the prevalence of seropositivity for toxoplasmosis was highest among pregnant women living in areas with poor sanitation, such as those with inadequate water supply or sewage systems.
Editora:Editora CRV
ISBN:ISBN: 9786525145860
DOI:10.24824/978652514586.0
Ano de edição:2023
Número de páginas:196
Formato:14x21
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Assunto:
E61
Environment and health: sanitary risks for congenital
toxoplasmosis Fernando Saab Carlos Tomaz – Curitiba : CRV 2023
196 p
Bibliography
ISBN Digital 9786525145877
ISBN Physical 9786525145860
DOI 10248249786525145860
1 Medicine 2 Epidemiology 3 Environment – risks 4
Toxoplasmosis 5 Epidemics I Saab Fernando II Tomaz Carlos II
Title III Series
CDU: 6169931 CDD: 614
