Lymphatic filariasis and onchocerciasis

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2010
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Abstract
Lymphatic filariasis and onchocerciasis are parasitic helminth diseases that constitute a serious public health issue in tropical regions. The filarial nematodes that cause these diseases are transmitted by blood-feeding insects and produce chronic and long-term infection through suppression of host …
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Authors Taylor MJ;Hoerauf A;Bockarie M;;
Journal Lancet (London, England)
Year 2010
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