A survey of intestinal parasites including associated risk factors in humans in Panama

- In Panama, a high percentage of the population live in poverty.
- We developed a cross-sectional study to assess intestinal parasite prevalence.
- There is a high prevalence of fecal-oral transmitted parasites in Panama, being the most frequent parasite Blastocystis hominis.
- Except in the indigenous population, people between 0 and 15 years old are the most affected by intestinal parasites.
- Areas with seasonal floods and lack of hygienic sanitation are risk factors for intestinal parasitism in Panama.