Canine leishmaniasis in Southern Italy: a role for nitric oxide released from activated macrophages in asymptomatic infection?

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Human and canine leishmaniasis (CanL) by <it>Leishmania infantum </it>is endemic in Italy, with a high percentage of infected asymptomatic animals. However, the immune response mechanisms underlying the clinical presentat...

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Main Authors: Cianciulli Antonia, Cavallo Pasqua, de Caprariis Donato, Brandonisio Olga, Panaro Maria A, Mitolo Vincenzo, Otranto Domenico
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2008-05-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
Online Access:http://www.parasitesandvectors.com/content/1/1/10