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2009, Number 3

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Rev Biomed 2009; 20 (3)

Chagas disease: reality and perspectives

Guhl F

Language: Spanish
References: 15
Page: 228-234
PDF size: 491.03 Kb.


ABSTRACT

Chagas disease is caused by Trypanosoma cruzi through its natural vector defecation, the triatomines. It is a disease of public health epidemiological complicated scheme in Latin America, based on the number of vectors, parasite genotypes, reservorios diversity, cycles of transmission, modes of transmission, which has hindered an effective approach. All initiatives and preventive or control measures have focused on reducing the vector population. New strategies are necessary and should aim towards producing a vaccine against infection and urban planning to prevent the domiciliation of primary and secondary vectors in urban areas.


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