Seroepidemiological trend of strongyloidiasis in the Bolivian Chaco (1987 –2013) in the absence of disease‐specific control measures

ConclusionsThe significant reduction in S. stercoralis seroprevalence in Bolivian Chaco cannot be explained by preventive chemotherapy or improved social‐sanitary conditions. As the drop is seen in younger generations, it is consistent with little transmission occurring. However, the risk of transmission still exists, as prevalence is persistently high in older individuals, who present a potential reservoir due to the lifelong nature of S. stercoralis infections.

Source: Tropical Medicine and International Health - October 12, 2017 Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Michele Spinicci, Fabio Macchioni, Antonia Mantella, Simona Gabrielli, Mimmo Roselli, David Rojo Mayaregua, Joaqu ín Monasterio Pinckert, Herlan Gamboa Barahona, Grover Adolfo Paredes, Percy Halkyer, Gabriella Cancrini, Piero Olliaro, Antonio Montresor, Tags: Original Article Source Type: research