[Measures and effectiveness of comprehensive schistosomiasis control along Xinglong River in Qianjiang City].

OBJECTIVE

To evaluate the effect of comprehensive control of schistosomiasis along the Xinglong River in Qianjiang City, so as to provide the evidence for improving schistosomiasis control.

METHODS

The comprehensive control measures including infection source control and Oncomelania hupensis snail eradication were surveyed along the Xinglong River in Qianjiang City.

RESULTS

The prevalence of schistosomiasis was under control, that was the human and cattle infection rates decreased by 53.77% and 100% respectively, the snail area decreased by 26.9%, the mean density of living snails decreased by 25.5%, and no infected snails was found.

CONCLUSIONS

The comprehensive control measures along the Xinglong River are effective, and the management and surveillance of snail environments still should be strengthened.