Abstract:
Objectives To find out the situation of children infected by cryptosporidium, to explore the risk factors, and provide scientific basis for protection.
Methods The investigation was conducted in 8 kindergartens of a county in Chifeng, Inner Mongolia. Data were analyzed by χ2 test and logistic regression analysis.
Results The total cryptosporidium infection rate of children surveyed was 4.2% (42/1002). Drinking unboiled water (OR=2.473) was the primary risk factor for cryptosporidium infection.
Conclusions The prevalence of cryptosporidium infection in children in pastoral area was relatively high. Drinking boiled water is an important measure for the prevention and control of cryptosporidium infection.