Praziquantel Pretreatment Reduces <i>Schistosoma japonicum</i> Infection in Mice by Targeting Immature Worm Stages

Schistosomiasis remains a significant public health concern, with <i>Schistosoma japonicum</i> infection endemic in certain regions of Asia. Praziquantel (PZQ), primarily known as an effective therapeutic agent, has recently shown potential as a prophylactic measure against delayed <i...

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Published in:	Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease
Main Authors:	Xiang Gui, Rongxue Lv, Haoran Zhong, Hao Li, Ke Lu, Zhiqiang Fu, Yamei Jin, Jinming Liu
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2025-09-01
Subjects:	schistosomiasis <i>Schistosoma japonicum</i> praziquantel pretreatment delayed infections
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2414-6366/10/9/262