The global distribution of lymphatic filariasis, 2000–18: a geospatial analysis
Abstract
Lymphatic filariasis is a neglected tropical disease that can cause permanent disability through disruption of the lymphatic system. This disease is caused by parasitic filarial worms that are transmitted by mosquitos. Mass drug administration (MDA) of antihelmintics is recommended by WHO to eliminate lymphatic filariasis as a public health problem. This study aims to produce the first geospatial estimates of the global prevalence of lymphatic...
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Title
The global distribution of lymphatic filariasis, 2000–18: a geospatial analysis
Published Date
Sep 1, 2020
Journal
Volume
8
Issue
9
Pages
e1186 - e1194
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