Alternations in parasitological, biochemical and molecular parameters of Biomphalaria alexandrina snails, intermediate host of Schistosoma mansoni, induced post exposure to the proposed snail biocontrol agent Phasmarhabditis hermaphrodita nematode

Conclusions It is concluded that exposure of B. alexandrina snails to P. hermaphrodita nematode deteriorates their biological, parasitological, biochemical and molecular parameters, rendering them to be unsuitable for schistosomiasis transmission. However, comprehensive tests are needed to determine efficacy of P. hermaphrodita as a schistosomiasis biocontrol agent aiming to incorporate in control program of this parasite.
Source: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease - Category: Tropical Medicine Source Type: research