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Microscopic and molecular Cryptosporidium parvum infection in individuals with gastrointestinal symptoms in South Khorasan, Iran.

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Background: spp., an opportunistic protozoan affecting humans and animals, ranks as the third leading global cause of diarrheal disease. Aims: in patients with gastrointestinal symptom in Birjand, South Khorasan province, Iran. Methods: gene on 160 stool samples from symptomatic patients in Birjand. Phylogenetic analysis was conducted to assess genetic relationships. The resulting phylogenetic trees and haplotype networks were compared. Results: . Phylogenetic clustering revealed overlap between human isolates and animal-derived strains. Conclusion: transmission. Phylogenetic evidence supports zoonotic cycles in South Khorasan, informing targeted public health strategies.

Source: PubMed Central

DOI: 10.22099/ijvr.2026.54365.8185

Authors: R Abbaszadeh, M B Montazer Torbati, E Javanmard, E Kazemirad, A Taghipour, M R Behravan