Date of Publication

9-27-2021

Document Type

Bachelor's Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Biology major in Medical Biology

Subject Categories

Biology | Other Medical Sciences

College

College of Science

Department/Unit

Biology

Thesis Advisor

Mary Jane C. Flores

Defense Panel Chair

Bridget Co-Arellano


Defense Panel Member

Jessica Joyce De Guia
Frumencio F. Co

Abstract/Summary

Capillariasis is a parasitic disease that has affected numerous individuals from different countries worldwide since the late 1920s. Capillaria philippinensis infection leads to intestinal capillariasis, while Capillaria hepatica infection leads to hepatic capillariasis. The study aimed to assess factors in Capillaria-prevalent locations that could be contributing to continuous intestinal and hepatic capillariasis cases by identifying the different beliefs, practices, and dietary habits contributing to Capillaria infections, and to recommend tangible solutions to help lessen further infections. Published references such as articles, journals, and books from international databases from 1893 to 2015 are used to conduct this systematic review. Differing lifestyles and traditions lead to practices that contribute to potential capillariasis if remained unnoticed and could promote intestinal and hepatic capillariasis. Evidence of unique dietary habits, unsanitary cooking practices, and unfavorable sanitary conditions allow capillariasis to prevail.

Keywords: Capillariasis, Capillaria philippinensis, Capillaria hepatica, beliefs, practices, dietary habits

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Electronic

Physical Description

36 leaves

Keywords

Parasitic diseases; Capillaria

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9-26-2021

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