Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
6128072 Acta Tropica 2012 6 Pages PDF
Abstract
► We monitored impact of annual Praziquantel for Schistosoma haematobium in Delta State, Nigeria. ► Cross-sectional surveys of school children conducted at baseline and after 2 years. ► Compared three assessments of hematuria to determine the need for mass treatment. ► Following treatment, dipstick prevalence of hematuria decreased by 88.5% (p < 0.001). ► History and NVD failed to identify all communities in need of treatment.
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