Vectors control importance on leishmaniasis transmission

• Main Authors: Alfredo M. Oliveira Filho, Marli T. V. Melo
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Instituto Oswaldo Cruz, Ministério da Saúde 1994-09-01
• Series: Memórias do Instituto Oswaldo Cruz.
• Subjects: leishmaniasis; sandflies; vector control; insecticides and formulations; entomological evaluation techniques
• Online Access: http://www.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0074-02761994000300029

We reviewed the control of transmission of leishmaniasis regarding chemotherapy, reservoirs elimination, vaccination and insect control through the use of chemical insecticides. We also discussed complementary measures like monitoring traps, impregnated bednets and curtains, repelents, pheromones, biological control, etc. A cost comparison of insecticide interventions through the use of products belonging to the four main chemical groups was also alone, comparing together conventional formulations versus a slow-release insecticide developed by the Núcleo de Pesquisas de Produtos Naturais, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro. We finally did recommendations on the situation that would justify an insecticide intervention to control sandflies.