Abstract :
Introduction: Cysticercosis is related to poor food hygiene, cooking practices, source of water, sanitation.
Aim: To identify annual distribution and socio-cultural practices associated with incidence of orbital cysticercosis.
Method: Retrospective analysis of 218 patients. Data included water source, residence, family income, dietary habits, preceeding social event, time of presentation.
Result: 56.88% from rural areas, 60.09% vegetarians, 50.00% used government water supply. Annual family income < Rs 35000 in 70.18%, preceeding social events in 94.49%. Annual biphasic peak of incidence was noted.
Conclusion Association of orbital cysticercosis with social events can be utilized for implementing preventive measures.
Keyword :
Cysticercosis, social events, Biphasic peak