Transmission dynamics of visceral leishmaniasis in the Indian subcontinent: a systematic literature review

This study included searches on burden, risk factors, biomarkers and natural history

• From: Department for International Development
• Published: 1 August 2016

• Country: Bangladesh, India, Nepal
• Document Type: Journal Article
• Theme: Health
• Authors: Hirve, S, Boelaert, M, Matlashewski, G, Mondal, D, Arana, B, Kroeger, A, Olliaro, P

Abstract

This study systematically reviewed evidence on asymptomatic Leishmania infection (ALI), relapse and post kala-azar dermal leishmaniasis (PKDL).

Multiple databases were searched to include studies on burden, risk factors, biomarkers, natural history, and infectiveness of ALI, PKDL and relapse.

Citation

Hirve S, Boelaert M, Matlashewski G, Mondal D, Arana B, Kroeger A, Olliaro P.(2016). Transmission dynamics of visceral leishmaniasis in the Indian subcontinent: a systematic literature review. PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases , doi: doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0004896

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Transmission dynamics of visceral leishmaniasis in the Indian subcontinent: a systematic literature review

Published 1 August 2016