Multi-locus genotyping reveals established endemicity of a geographically distinct < i > Plasmodium vivax < /i > population in Mauritania, West Africa
Conclusions/SignificanceThe molecular epidemiology indicates that there is long-standing endemic transmission that will be very challenging to eliminate. The virtual absence of drug resistance alleles suggests that most infections have been untreated, and that this endemic infection has been more neglected in comparison toP.vivax elsewhere.
Source: PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases - Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Hampate Ba Source Type: research
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