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Prevalence and spatial distribution of bed bug, Cimex lectularius, infestation in Southwest of Iran: GIS approach
Authors
I. Alizadeh
E. Jahanifard
A. Saki-Malehi
M. Sharififard
Publication date
1 January 2020
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Abstract
Background: The common bed bug, a nocturnal bloodsucking insect, is known as a human parasite and public health problem in the world. The prevalence and geographical dispersion of bed bug in Ahvaz City, southwest of Iran was measured. Methods: Spatial distribution of Cimex lectularius was determined by surveying 520 houses in 62 areas of Ahvaz City in 2017. Some information like as infested points, the concern level of the residents and allergic reaction to the insect bite were registered in a form using the secondhand instrument. Results: According to the spatial distribution map, of 62 areas, 27 of them are infested with bed bugs. Infestation is scattered throughout the city, but its focus is on the east of the Karun River. The most bed bug infestation was in Asiabad followed by Manbaab areas. Prevalence of bed bug infestation estimated 9.61 in Ahvaz city. It was 5.4 and 11.6 in apartments and single houses, respectively. The lowest and highest infestation rates based on its source were 1.35 and 9.03 in wallpaper and cracks and crevices, respectively. Bedroom and sitting room were the main harborages for bed bug in the houses. The majority of residents who had bitten by a bed bug showed various allergic reactions like redness skin, papules, vesicles, pustules and blisters. Most of the people in the infested houses (62) were very concern about bed bug infestation. Conclusion: Public education and increasing the knowledge of people can lead to successful management, prevention and elimination of this nuisance pest. © 2020 Tehran University of Medical Sciences. All rights reserved
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