Mechanisms of resistance and susceptibility to experimental visceral leishmaniosis: BALB/c mouse versus syrian hamster model

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Several animal models have been established to study visceral leishmaniosis (VL), a worldwide vector-borne disease affecting humans and domestic animals that constitutes a serious public health problem. BALB/c mice and Syrian hamsters are the most widely used exp...

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Main Authors: Nieto Ana, Domínguez-Bernal Gustavo, Orden José A, De La Fuente Ricardo, Madrid-Elena Nadia, Carrión Javier
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-02-01
Series:Veterinary Research
Online Access:http://www.veterinaryresearch.org/content/42/1/39