Central Hospital a Key Resource for Parasitic Disease Diagnosis & Treatment in Vietnam
Hanoi, Vietnam – Hundreds of patients seek treatment for parasitic diseases at Vietnamese hospitals daily, and experts emphasize the importance of specialized testing beyond relying on surface-level symptoms like persistent itching or hives. If dermatological treatments prove ineffective, seeking evaluation for parasitic infection is crucial.
Dang Van Ngu Hospital,the primary facility of the Central Institute of Malaria-Parasitology-Entomology,is a leading center for diagnosis and treatment of these diseases. the hospital utilizes advanced diagnostic technologies including serum ELISA tests to detect parasite antibodies, in-depth immune tests, molecular biological tests, stool tests to identify parasite eggs or larvae, and imaging techniques like ultrasound, CT scans, and MRIs to assess internal organ damage. These methods help pinpoint the cause of illness, particularly in complex or long-term cases.
Vietnam’s Ministry of Health has implemented national plans to prevent and control parasitic diseases, including deworming programs. Between 2021-2025, deworming activities reached 2,936,625 out of 2,988,173 elementary school students across 24 of Vietnam’s 25 provinces and cities, achieving a 98.27% coverage rate. Starting June 1, 2024, a similar initiative expanded to include children aged 24-60 months in 22 provinces and cities, successfully deworming 1,622,159 out of 1,638,541 preschool children – a 99.0% coverage rate.
To address increasing patient demand, Dang Van Ngu Hospital also operates volunteer clinics on Saturdays for health insurance subscribers and others. Appointments can be made by calling 02435532925 or 02438543857 for guidance on procedures.
Source: https://suckhoedoisong.vn/bi-nhiem-ky-sinh-trung-can-di-kham-va-dieu-tri-o-dau-16925112115452406.htm