Parasitic Contamination and Its Associated Factors in Fruits and Vegetables Collected From Ethiopia's Local Markets: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Vegetables and fruits are vital components of a healthy diet; however, consuming unclean, uncooked, or improperly prepared products can lead to parasitic infections. Contamination often occurs during both the pre-harvest and post-harvest phases. Thus, the aim of this study is to provide evidence-based scientific information about the level of parasitic contamination and risk factors in Ethiopian fruits and vegetables sold in local markets.

Methods

A random effects model was selected for analysis. Subgroup analyses and sensitivity analyses were performed to explore potential sources of heterogeneity using the I ² test. Publication bias was evaluated using the funnel plot, Begg's, and Egger's tests.

Results

A total of 3697 samples from 11 st

SUBMITTER: Girma A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11656433 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature