Malacological survey and geographical distribution of vector snails for schistosomiasis within informal settlements of Kisumu City, western Kenya

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Although schistosomiasis is generally considered a rural phenomenon, infections have been reported within urban settings. Based on observations of high prevalence of <it>Schistosoma mansoni </it>infection in schools withi...

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Main Authors: Opisa Selpha, Odiere Maurice R, Jura Walter GZO, Karanja Diana MS, Mwinzi Pauline NM
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-12-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
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Online Access:http://www.parasitesandvectors.com/content/4/1/226