[Anti-nuclear factor and anti-toxoplasma antibodies detected using the Toxo-M Abbott kit].

The antibody capture IgM Toxo Abbott is a specific method. But serum specimens had false positive results. These serum specimens have been studied.

[Serological study of toxoplasmosis and echinococcosis in cattle breeders and abattoir personnel in Benin].

In Benin, a serological study of toxoplasmosis and hydatid disease has been effected among bovine stock-breeders and the staff of the slaughter-houses in comparison with a sample of blood donors. Our results reveal the highest rate of toxoplasmosis infection (87%) among the staff of the slaughter-houses, whereas the bovine stock-breeders are the most exposed population to hydatid disease with a 9% prevalence. There is no mention of similar works in Benin in medical literature.

[Bilharziasis caused by Schistosoma mekongi along the Mekong and its affluents Mun and Tonle Sap. Apropos of 2 cases observed at the University Hospital Center of Tours].

The authors report two cases of Schistosomiasis mekongi observed in Laotian people living in Touraine. Discussions about epidemiology, clinical, biology and treatment are taken up.