Dra. Linda Tamesis <br/><br/>
Comparison of the Incidence of Enterobius Vermicularis Among Pre-School Age and School Age Children Living Near Metrotren Along Espaņa /  
Maejoy A. Campo ; Marico R. Gonzales ; Edna T. Macabeo ; Melissa M. Macatangay and Arlene B. Tayam. 
 - Manila  Department of Pathology, FEU-NRMF  February 1994 
 - 24 pages:  illustrations, tables, photos;  28 cm. 
<br/><br/>Includes appendices and bibliographical references. 
<br/><br/> Abstract: The comparison of Incidence of Enterobius vermicularis infection among pre-school age (2-6 yrs. Old) children was evaluated in 70 children. Random sampling was adapted in choosing the study population and the laboratory method employed was Scotch Tape Swab.  The results showed a greater incidence in school age compared to preschool age children. Other factors that affect the preponderance of infection are as follows: sex (male/female), personal hygiene, socio-economic and nutritional status. Manifestations which most frequently appeared in Pre-school age children was anorexia, while in school age children was abdominal pain. 
<br/><br/> Thesis - Department of Pathology & Laboratory Diagnosis 
<br/><br/><label>LC Class. No.: </label>M PATH 1994 0005