Estimating the prevalence and intensity of Schistosoma mansoni infection among rural communities in Western Tanzania: The influence of sampling strategy and statistical approach.
Schistosoma mansoni is a parasite of major public health importance in developing countries, where it causes a neglected tropical disease known as intestinal schistosomiasis. However, the distribution of the parasite within many endemic regions is currently unknown, which hinders effective control....
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Main Authors: | Jared S Bakuza (Author), Matthew J Denwood (Author), Gamba Nkwengulila (Author), Barbara K Mable (Author) |
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2017-09-01T00:00:00Z.
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