Schistosoma haematobium infection morbidity, praziquantel effectiveness and reinfection rate among children and young adults in Gabon

Schistosoma haematobium infection morbidity, praziquantel effectiveness and reinfection rate among children and young adults in Gabon

Abstract Background Sub-Saharan Africa carries most of the global burden of schistosomiasis. To optimize disease control and reduce morbidity, precise data are needed for control measures adapted to the local epidemiological situation. The objective of this study is to provide baseline information o...

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Main Authors: Jean Claude Dejon-Agobé, Jean Ronald Edoa, Yabo Josiane Honkpehedji, Jeannot Fréjus Zinsou, Bayodé Roméo Adégbitè, Mirabeau Mbong Ngwese, Ance Mangaboula, Bertrand Lell, Martin Peter Grobusch, Benjamin Mordmüller, Ayôla Akim Adegnika
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-12-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
Subjects:
Schistosoma spp.
Morbidity
Praziquantel
Egg rate reduction
Cure rate
Efficacy
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-019-3836-6

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-019-3836-6

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