Abstract:

Objective To analyze endemic situation of schistosomiasis in Dangtu county , Anhui Province from 2006 to 2012, and provide basis for schistosomiasis control strategy. Methods Annual reports of the prevalence of schistosomiasis and snail condition were collected from 2006 to 2012 in Dangtu County. Results The positive rate of blood test , acute schistosomiasis cases, the infection rate of cattle decreased year by year, and cattle herds reduced dramatically, the area of snail distribution only decreased slightly. The density of living snails and infected snails, and the infection rate of snails also decreased year by year. Conclusions The
endemic situation of schistosomiasis in Dangtu County had been controlled effectively by carrying out comprehensive control measures with emphasis on infectious source control. The snail areas was stabile in the years, which suggested that comprehensive measures for snail control should be strengthened and the effect of snail control should be improved.

Key words: Schistosomiasis, Endemic situation, Dangtu County