U.S., March 28 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07496801) titled 'Unveiling the Role of Intestinal Parasitic Infections in Childhood Malnutrition in Assiut Governorate.' on March 23.
Brief Summary: Intestinal parasitic infections (IPIs) are highly prevalent worldwide, particularly among children living in lowresource settings. (1) These infections pose a significant public health challenge due to their widespread distribution and their impact on vulnerable populations, especially preschool and school-aged children. (2) Common intestinal parasites include protozoa such as Giardia lamblia and Entamoeba histolytica, as well as helminths like Ascaris lumbricoides, Trichuris trichiura, and hookworms.(...