In vitro effects of tropisetron and granisetron against Echinococcus granulosus (s.s.) protoscoleces by involvement of calcineurin and calmodulin
Abstract Background Cystic echinococcosis (CE) is a disease caused by the larval stage of Echinococcus granulosus sensu lato (s.l.). The treatment of CE mainly relies on the use of benzimidazoles, which can commonly cause adverse side effects. Therefore, more efficient treatment options are needed....
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2021-04-01
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Series: | Parasites & Vectors |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-021-04691-9 |