Analysis of lymphatic filariasis transmission potential in Pekalongan city, central Java, Indonesia

Abstract

Background and Objectives: Pekalongan city was still an endemic area of lymphatic filariasis (LF). It might be related to environmental conditions, the existence of chronic human filariasis and mosquitoes containing filarial worms. Mass drug administration had been implemented, but new LF cases still occurred. The aim of this study was to analyze the potential factors related to the transmission of LF in Pekalongan City, Central Java, Indonesia. Materials and Methods: Cross-sectional design was chosen to study 50 filariasis cases. Research variables consisted of the environment, completeness of taking medication and mosquitoes as a suspected vector. Data were analyzed descriptively. Results: A large number of subjects (78.0%) didn’t consume diethylcarbamazine (DEC) completely. The potential breeding sites were wastewater disposal facilities, small water bodies and batik liquid waste. Conclusion: Lack of compliance in LF cases, poor environment and infective mosquito were potential factors of LF transmission.