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Hawraa Mohammed Al-ali
Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University
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Evaluation of Some Hematological Parameters for Patients Infected with Entamoeba Histolytica in Najaf Governorate: Evaluasi Beberapa Parameter Hematologi untuk Pasien yang Terinfeksi dengan Entamoeba Histolytica di Kegubernuran Najaf Ibtesam Mohsen Al-Azawe; Hawraa Mohammed Al-ali; Rabab Ali Al-Mosawi
Academia Open Vol. 9 No. 2 (2024): December
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21070/acopen.9.2024.10319

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General background: Amoebic dysentery caused by Entamoeba histolytica is a significant public health concern, particularly in regions with poor sanitation. It can lead to various complications, including changes in blood parameters. Specific background: Identifying changes in blood indicators during amoebic infections can aid early diagnosis and improve patient outcomes. Knowledge gap: There is limited research exploring gender-based differences in blood parameters of patients with amoebiasis. Aims: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of E. histolytica infection on specific blood parameters in male and female patients and to assess gender-based variations in these parameters. Results: A total of 45 patients (20 males, 25 females) diagnosed with amoebiasis were included, with samples collected between May 2023 and January 2024. Significant differences (P ≤ 0.05) were observed between male and female patients in RBC, HB, HCT, and MCH, while no significant differences were noted for MCV, MCHC, RDW, PLT, WBC, or LYM. Male patients showed higher mean values of RBC (5.01 ± 0.65) and HB (14.6 ± 1.61) compared to females (RBC: 4.5 ± 0.54; HB: 12.28 ± 1.24). Novelty: This study highlights gender-specific alterations in blood parameters during amoebiasis, providing new insights into how gender affects physiological responses to E. histolytica infection. Implications: Regular monitoring of blood parameters, particularly RBC and HB, in patients with amoebiasis is crucial for early diagnosis and treatment. The findings also underscore the importance of gender considerations in clinical management and suggest the need for larger studies to confirm these results and explore their diagnostic and therapeutic implications. Highlights: Gender impacts blood parameters in amoebiasis patients. Males show higher RBC and HB than females. Regular monitoring aids early E. histolytica diagnosis. Keywords: Amoebic dysentery, Entamoeba histolytica, blood parameters, gender differences, early diagnosis
Spatiotemporal Distribution Of Parasitic Infections In Al-Najaf Al-Ashraf Governorate And Its Association With Age, Sex, And Seasonal Factors: Distribusi Spasial-Waktu Infeksi Parasit di Provinsi Al-Najaf Al-Ashraf dan Hubungannya dengan Usia, Jenis Kelamin, dan Faktor Musiman Hawraa Mohammed Al-ali
Indonesian Journal on Health Science and Medicine Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026): July
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21070/ijhsm.v3i1.403

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General Background: Parasitic infections remain a significant public health concern worldwide, particularly in developing regions where sanitation limitations and environmental conditions facilitate transmission. Specific Background: In Iraq, intestinal parasites continue to affect large segments of the population, with infection patterns influenced by demographic and environmental factors. Knowledge Gap: Despite previous epidemiological studies in Iraq, limited research integrates spatial distribution, temporal patterns, and demographic variables simultaneously within Najaf Governorate. Aims: This study investigates the spatiotemporal distribution of parasitic infections in Najaf Governorate and examines their association with age, sex, seasonal variation, and residential location. Results: A total of 422 stool and genitourinary samples collected between July and November 2025 were analyzed, revealing 292 positive cases (69.19%). Five parasites were identified, with Entamoeba histolytica/dispar complex (54.45%) and Giardia lamblia (40.07%) as the dominant species. Infection prevalence was highest among children aged 1–14 years (64.73%), followed by individuals aged 15–44 years (23.63%) and ≥45 years (11.64%). Males showed a higher infection proportion (59.25%) than females (40.75%), while rural residents accounted for 60.27% of positive cases. Seasonal analysis indicated peak infections during July and August. Novelty: The study provides an integrated spatiotemporal and demographic assessment of parasitic infections within Najaf using hospital-based surveillance data. Implications: These findings support targeted public health interventions focusing on sanitation improvement, child health monitoring, and rural disease prevention strategies. Keywords: Parasitic Infections, Epidemiology, Intestinal Parasites, Spatiotemporal Distribution, Najaf Governorate Key Findings Highlights High infection prevalence detected among examined patients in Najaf. Children aged 1–14 years represented the largest proportion of cases. Rural communities recorded higher case distribution than urban populations.
Co-Authors Ibtesam Mohsen Al-Azawe Rabab Ali Al-Mosawi