The epidemiology and spatial distribution of Taenia solium taeniosis and cysticercosis in Kenya: The case of Busia County.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Taenia solium is responsible for a substantial global disease burden in pig-raising and pork-consuming regions of the developing world. The study assessed the reported spatial pattern of Taenia solium taeniosis and cysticercosis (TSTC) in Kenya, with the focus on risk mapping of TSTC in Busia County.

Methodology

The study employed a mixed approach, incorporating routinely collected data and open-source resources. A literature review and collection of pig population data were used to map the TSTC and pig population distribution at the national level. In Busia County, the retrospective study retrieved reports on porcine cysticercosis and epilepsy (as a proxy indicator of neurocysticercosis) from hospitals and meat inspection records. The cross-sectional study assess

SUBMITTER: Zemedhun YG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12680180 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature