Combined field and laboratory evaluation of a long-term impregnated bednet, PermaNet®

From:
Department for International Development
Published
1 January 2004
Country:
Colombia
Document Type:
Journal Article
Theme:
Health
Authors:
Kroeger, A., Boewono, D.T., Phan, Q.C. and Skovmand, O.

Abstract

For how long does the insecticidal effect of long-lasting nets achieve high Anopheles mortality? Four PermaNets tested previously in Colombia for wash resistance were bioassayed again after 3 years of use and 23 washes. The tests were done both in Colombia and a reference laboratory in Indonesia. Additionally the residual concentration of deltamethrin on the nets was chemically analysed. The results showed high Anopheles mortality and a mean deltamethrin concentration of 9.6 mg/m2. Discrepancies with other studies are discussed.

Citation

Kroeger, A.; Skovmand, O.; Phan, Q.C.; Boewono, D.T. Combined field and laboratory evaluation of a long-term impregnated bednet, PermaNet®. Transactions of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (2004) 98 (3) 152-155. [DOI: 10.1016/S0035-9203(03)00038-5]

Combined field and laboratory evaluation of a long-term impregnated bednet, PermaNet®

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