Prevalence of Schistosoma mansoni infection in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Abstract Background Schistosomiasis is a common helminthic infection in the tropics and subtropics, particularly in sub-Saharan African countries including Ethiopia. In these counties, Schistosoma mansoni infection is a significant public health problem due to the risk of reinfection and recurrent d...

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Main Authors: Siraj Hussen, Demissie Assegu, Birkneh Tilahun Tadesse, Techalew Shimelis
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-02-01
Series:Tropical Diseases, Travel Medicine and Vaccines
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40794-020-00127-x