Parasites, Hosts and Diseases (PHD)

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Original Article

Toxoplasma gondii IST suppresses inflammatory and apoptotic responses by inhibiting STAT1-mediated signaling in IFN-γ/TNF-α-stimulated hepatocytes ( 4785 times )

Seung-Hwan Seo, Ji-Eun Lee, Do-Won Ham, Eun-Hee Shin

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(1):30-41. Published online February 23, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.23129

Mini Review

Understanding the pathogenicity of Naegleria fowleri in association with N. fowleri antigen-1 (Nfa1) ( 1923 times )

Jong-Hyun Kim, Hae-Jin Sohn, Ho-Joon Shin, Stacy E. Walz, Suk-Yul Jung

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(4):385-398. Published online November 22, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.24025

Original Article

Infection status and species diversity of trematode cercariae in freshwater snails from canal networks in the Bangkok Metropolitan Region, Thailand ( 1150 times )

Phuphitchan Rachprakhon, Watchariya Purivirojkul

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(4):461-475. Published online November 22, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.24033

Functional characterization of glucose transporter 4 involved in glucose uptake in Clonorchis sinensis ( 1145 times )

Hojong Jun, Ernest Mazigo, Wang-Jong Lee, Yun-Kyu Park, Jin-Hee Han, Seok Ho Cha

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(4):450-460. Published online November 22, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.24051

Mini Review

Impact of self-efficacy–based health education programs on behavior modification for Opisthorchis viverrini and cholangiocarcinoma prevention in Thailand: A systematic review and meta-analysis ( 1124 times )

Worathon Busabong, Somkiattiyos Woradet, Nopparat Songserm

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2025;63(1):1-11. Published online February 25, 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.24074

Review

What was the main factor in successful control of ascariasis in Korea? ( 4885 times )

Seung-Yull Cho, Sung-Tae Hong

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2023;61(2):103-126. Published online May 23, 2023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.22152

Original Article

Probiotic-induced changes in intestinal microbiome inhibits Toxoplasma gondii infection ( 1101 times )

Hak-Jae Lee, Do-Won Ham, Seung-Hwan Seo, Guang-Ho Cha, Eun-Hee Shin

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(4):408-423. Published online November 22, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.24068 Web of Science 1 Crossref 1

Identification of essential genes for Acanthamoeba castellanii excystation during encystation and excystation ( 1033 times )

Min-Jeong Kim, Hye-Jeong Jo, Fu-Shi Quan, Ki Back Chu, Hyun-Hee Kong, Eun-Kyung Moon

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(4):399-407. Published online November 22, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.24062 Crossref 1

Clinical characteristics of toxoplasmosis patients in Korea: A retrospective study using health insurance review and assessment service data and electronic medical records ( 1010 times )

Do-Won Ham, Bong-Kwang Jung, Ji-Hun Shin, Yong Joon Kim, Kyoung Yul Seo, Seung Mi Lee, Jae Hyoung Im, Jeong-Ran Kwon, Ho-Sung Lee, Kyung-Won Hwang, Eun-Hee Shin

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(4):424-437. Published online November 22, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.24001

Population genetic analysis of Plasmodium vivax vir genes in Pakistan ( 1476 times )

Sylvatrie-Danne Dinzouna-Boutamba, Zin Moon, Sanghyun Lee, Sahib Gul Afridi, Hương Giang Lê, Yeonchul Hong, Byoung-Kuk Na, Youn-Kyoung Goo

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(3):313-322. Published online August 26, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.24036 Web of Science 1 Crossref 1

Brief Communication

Genotypic analysis of zoonotic Enterocytozoon bieneusi in wild deer in Korea ( 996 times )

Gyeonguk Noh, Haeseung Lee, Seung-Hun Lee, Min-Goo Seo, Kyoo-Tae Kim, Junho Lee, Kaifa Nazim, Sang Joon Park, Man Hee Rhee, Dongmi Kwak

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(4):484-489. Published online November 22, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.24072

Original Article

Dynamin 2-mediated endocytosis of BLT1 is required for IL-8 production in HMC-1 cells induced by Trichomonas vaginalis-derived secretory products ( 1504 times )

Young Ah Lee, Myeong Heon Shin

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(3):281-293. Published online August 26, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.24049

Mini Review

Sparganosis in the Indian Sub-continent and the Middle East ( 1506 times )

Yukifumi Nawa, Mio Tanaka, Masahide Yoshikawa

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(3):263-269. Published online August 26, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.23126

Brief Communication

Allyl isothiocyanate exacerbates acute toxoplasmosis through inhibition of inflammatory cytokines ( 977 times )

Qiu-Mei Lin, Hong-Bin Long, Jun-Ting He, Zhi-hao Zhang, Ho-Woo Nam, Fu-Shi Quan, Qi Zhong, Xu-Qing Liu, Zhao-Shou Yang

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(4):476-483. Published online November 22, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.24054

Microscopic findings of host–parasite interaction between the Korean rockfish, Sebastes schlegelii, and the monogenean ectoparasite, Microcotyle sebastis ( 932 times )

Sang Phil Shin, Seokryel Kim

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(4):490-496. Published online November 22, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.24043

Mini Review

Inflammatory response to Trichomonas vaginalis in the pathogenesis of prostatitis and benign prostatic hyperplasia ( 3986 times )

Ik-Hwan Han, Jung-Hyun Kim, Jae-Sook Ryu

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2023;61(1):2-14. Published online February 22, 2023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.22160 Web of Science 5 Crossref 4

Original Article

Current status of intestinal parasite infections in fecal samples of dogs in Korea ( 913 times )

You-Jeong Lee, Beoul Kim, Dongmi Kwak, Min-Goo Seo

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(4):438-449. Published online November 22, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.24024 Crossref 1

Review

Paleoparasitology research on ancient helminth eggs and larvae in the Republic of Korea ( 2999 times )

Jong-Yil Chai, Min Seo, Dong Hoon Shin

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2023;61(4):345-387. Published online November 28, 2023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.23085 Web of Science 1 Crossref 1

Original Article

Identification of the protease inhibitory domain of Trichinella spiralis novel cystatin (TsCstN) ( 1493 times )

Thassanee Yuthithum, Orawan Phuphisut, Onrapak Reamtong, Nathamon Kosoltanapiwat, Salisa Chaimon, Porntida Kobpornchai, Charin Thawornkuno, Preeyarat Malaithong, Orathai Sawatdichaikul, Poom Adisakwattana

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(3):330-341. Published online August 26, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.24026 Crossref 1

CysLT receptor-mediated NOX2 activation is required for IL-8 production in HMC-1 cells induced by Trichomonas vaginalis-derived secretory products ( 1467 times )

Young Ah Lee, Myeong Heon Shin

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(3):270-280. Published online August 26, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.24046

Genetic structure of apical membrane antigen-1 in Plasmodium falciparum isolates from Pakistan ( 1380 times )

Komal Zaib, Asifullah Khan, Muhammad Umair Khan, Ibrar Ullah, Tuấn Cường Võ, Jung-Mi Kang, Hương Giang Lê, Byoung-Kuk Na, Sahib Gul Afridi

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(3):302-312. Published online August 26, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.24028 Web of Science 1 Crossref 1

Molecular epidemiological survey of pathogenic trypanosomes in naturally infected cattle in northern Côte d’ivoire ( 4888 times )

Jean-Yves Ekra, Edouard K. N’Goran, Leonard E.G. Mboera, Biégo Guillaume Gragnon, Koco Rita Nadège Assovié, Eliakunda Michael Mafie

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2023;61(2):127-137. Published online May 23, 2023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.22170 Web of Science 2 Crossref 2

Prevalence of head louse infestation among primary schoolchildren in the Republic of Korea: nationwide observation of trends in 2011-2019 ( 3129 times )

Seungwan Ryoo, Sooji Hong, Taehee Chang, Hyejoo Shin, Jae Young Park, Jeonggyu Lee, Eun-Hee Nah, Eun Hee Lee, Bong-Kwang Jung, Jong-Yil Chai

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2023;61(1):53-59. Published online February 22, 2023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.22134 Web of Science 3 Crossref 4

Alterations in immunized antigens of Anisakis pegreffii by ampicillin-induced gut microbiome changes in mice ( 1322 times )

Myungjun Kim, Jun Ho Choi, Myung-hee Yi, Singeun Oh, Tai-Soon Yong, Ju Yeong Kim

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(3):351-364. Published online August 26, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.23114

The storage mite Tyrophagus putrescentiae induces greater lung inflammation than house dust mites in mice ( 1399 times )

Eun-Min Kim, Ju Yeong Kim, You Shine Kwak, Myung-Hee Yi, Tai-Soon Yong

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(3):365-377. Published online August 26, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.24032

Brief Communication

Intestinal parasitic infections among children aged 12–59 months in Nyamasheke District, Rwanda ( 5947 times )

Evariste Hakizimana, Ju Yeong Kim, Singeun Oh, Moonsoo Yoon, Tai-Soon Yong

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2023;61(3):304-309. Published online August 21, 2023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.23045 Web of Science 2 Crossref 2

Original Article

A novel kit for enrichment of fecal helminth eggs ( 1214 times )

Eunsol Lee, Seon-Ok Back, Young-Ju Lee, Jung-Won Ju, Hee-Il Lee, Myoung-Ro Lee

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(3):323-329. Published online August 26, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.24021

Phagocytosis-associated genes in Acanthamoeba castellanii feeding on Escherichia coli ( 2433 times )

Min-Jeong Kim, Eun-Kyung Moon, Hye-Jeong Jo, Fu-Shi Quan, Hyun-Hee Kong

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2023;61(4):397-404. Published online November 28, 2023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.23088 Web of Science 1 Crossref 1

Molecular survey of Toxoplasma gondii B1 gene in pigs from various localities in Korea ( 1051 times )

Dongmi Kwak, Min-Goo Seo

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(3):294-301. Published online August 26, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.24031 Web of Science 1

Proteome identification of common immunological proteins of two nematode parasites ( 1063 times )

Shin Ae Kang, Hak Sun Yu

Parasites Hosts Dis. 2024;62(3):342-350. Published online August 26, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.3347/PHD.24027