Territorial and gender-linked risk factors for Buruli ulcer in Southern Benin: A case-control study using geographic and behavioral surveying.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The manuscript examines the risk factors associated with Buruli ulcer in endemic regions of Benin, focusing on community practices, agricultural activities, and age and gender disparities.

Methods

The study, conducted from November 2021 to June 2024, used a prospective case-control approach combined with a geographic health survey. The study involved home interviews followed by guided tours of areas frequented by participants, allowing the precise identification of practices at risk of Buruli ulcer. Univariate analysis and stepwise backward stepwise logistic regression were carried out.

Results

Overall, 117 patients and 234 controls were included. Multivariate analysis showed that activities such as bathing (OR = 3.2, p = .04), farming in flooded areas (OR

SUBMITTER: Johnson H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12431644 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature