Scabies: Advances in Noninvasive Diagnosis.

Scabies is a common, highly contagious skin parasitosis caused by Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis. Early identification and prompt treatment of infested subjects is essential, as missed diagnosis may result in outbreaks, considerable morbidity, and significantly increased economic burden. The standar...

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Main Authors: Giuseppe Micali, Francesco Lacarrubba, Anna Elisa Verzì, Olivier Chosidow, Robert A Schwartz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2016-06-01
Series:PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC4911127?pdf=render