Toxoplasma gondii Prevalence and Risk Factors among Pregnant Women in Ibb Governorate, Yemen

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Cross-sectional study found 55.9% seroprevalence of Toxoplasma gondii in pregnant women, highlighting critical risk factors.

High seroprevalence of toxoplasmosis was observed in pregnant women, with 55.9% testing positive for antibodies.
Significant risk factors include age, blood transfusions, household cats, history of miscarriage, and birth defects.
The study utilized ELISA to detect antibodies in serum samples collected from 415 pregnant women.
Routine screening and education on toxoplasmosis transmission are needed to improve prenatal care.

Lina M. Q. Alareqi (2025) studied this question.

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