Association between arterial stiffness and < i > Loa loa < /i > microfilaremia in a rural area of the Republic of Congo: A population-based cross-sectional study (the MorLo project)
ConclusionA potential link between highL.loa microfilaremia and cardiovascular health deterioration is suggested. Further studies are required to confirm and explore this association.
Source: PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases - Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: J érémy T. Campillo Source Type: research
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