University:
Camosun College
Course:
BIOL 252 | Pathophysiology for Nursing 1
Academic year:

2024
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182

Pages:

2
Author:

Aysha A.

Filariasis/Elephantiasis: Caused by: Wuchereria bancrofti. Vector: Culex mosquito. Life Cycle: Microfilariae larvae are transmitted by mosquitoes. Larvae circulate in the lymphatics and come into the bloodstream between 8:30 PM and 12:00 AM. Mass Diagnosis: Sample Collection: 20 ml blood samples should be collected between 8:30 PM and 12:00 AM for diagnosis. For Individual Diagnosis: DEC Stimulation Test: 100 mg of DEC (Diethylcarbamazine) is given to the patient. Blood sample is collected after 1 hour. Medication: Diethylcarbamazine 100 mg for 12 days. Transmission Assessment Survey: Conducted to decide whether filariasis is eliminated or not. Criteria: Less than 1% of the population having microfilariae in blood. Less than 1 case per 1000 population for 5 years. Neonatal Tetanus Elimination: India eliminated neonatal tetanus in 2016. Criteria: Less than 1 case per 1000 live births. Leprosy Elimination: Prevalence reduced to less than 1 case per 10,000 people. Elimination achieved in 2008.