A cluster randomized study of the safety of integrated treatment of trachoma and lymphatic filariasis in children and adults in Sikasso, Mali.

A cluster randomized study of the safety of integrated treatment of trachoma and lymphatic filariasis in children and adults in Sikasso, Mali.

Neglected tropical diseases are co-endemic in many areas of the world, including sub Saharan Africa. Currently lymphatic filariasis (albendazole/ivermectin) and trachoma (azithromycin) are treated separately. Consequently, financial and logistical benefit can be gained from integration of preventive...

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Main Authors: Yaya Ibrahim Coulibaly, Ilo Dicko, Modibo Keita, Mahamadou Minamba Keita, Moussa Doumbia, Adama Daou, Fadima Cheick Haidara, Moussa Hama Sankare, John Horton, Caroline Whately-Smith, Samba Ousmane Sow
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2013-01-01
Series:PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC3649960?pdf=render

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