Publications by authors named "Matheus Lessa Cardozo"
The aim of the present study was to evaluate the growth rate of Balantidium coli in three xenic media cultures. Between 2013 and 2015, 10 B. coli isolates obtained from feces of Cynomolgus macaques, and 30 isolates from feces of pigs were studied.
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- Balantidium coli is a protozoan that can cause dysentery in humans and various animals, and this study compares different methods for diagnosing its presence.
- Over 1,900 fecal samples were analyzed, showing that direct examination and the Lutz technique were the most effective for detecting cysts in the samples.
- The study concluded that combining direct examination with spontaneous sedimentation provided the best overall results for diagnosing Balantidium coli infections.
Balantidium coli is a protozoa that can determine dysentery in humans, pigs and non-human primates having zoonotic potential. The lack of standardization in isolation and maintenance hinders the development of research on its biology and epidemiology. This study is aimed to standardize the isolation and maintenance of this parasite from animal feces, in culture medium, Pavlova modified.
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- Research focused on gastrointestinal parasites in captive non-human primates in nurturing centers in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
- A total of 1,075 fecal samples were analyzed, revealing a 56.7% prevalence of parasites, predominantly protozoans (91.3%).
- Significant differences in parasitic infection rates were noted between two research centers, highlighting the necessity for sanitation programs in these facilities.