| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6127222 | Acta Tropica | 2015 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
- Echinococcosis is endemic to Central Asia with certain areas being highly endemic.
- Alveolar echinococcosis is highly endemic in areas of western China.
- Dogs play an important role in transmission of echinococcosis in Central Asia.
- Small wild mammals are key intermediate hosts for AE in China and Central Asia.
- Monthly de-worming of dogs is the key measure of CE control in western China.
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Authors
Wenbao Zhang, Zhuangzhi Zhang, Weiping Wu, Baoxin Shi, Jun Li, Xiaonong Zhou, Hao Wen, Donald P. McManus,