PORCINE CYSTICERCOSIS (CYSTICERCUS CELLULOSAE): RISKS OF INFORMAL SLAUGHTER FOR FOOD SAFETY
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https://doi.org/10.56238/levv17n57-013Keywords:
Porcine Cysticercosis, Taenia solium, Informal Slaughter, Food SafetyAbstract
Porcine cysticercosis, caused by the larval stage of Taenia solium, is an important zoonosis with an impact on public health and food safety, especially in regions with poor sanitation and informal slaughter practices. This study aimed to analyze the risks associated with informal pig slaughter and its implications for cysticercosis transmission. This is a narrative literature review, based on the analysis of scientific articles published in the last five years, obtained from electronic databases. The results show that the absence of sanitary inspection favors the maintenance of the parasite's transmission cycle, exposing consumers to the risk of infection and contributing to the occurrence of cases of human neurocysticercosis. It is concluded that strengthening sanitary surveillance actions, combined with improved basic sanitation and health education, is fundamental to reducing the risks associated with informal slaughter and promoting food safety.
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