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Binational burden of American cutaneous leishmaniasis in Oiapoque, Amapá State, Brazil, bordering French Guiana
Abstract : INTRODUCTION
American cutaneous leishmaniasis (ACL) is regarded as a public health problem in the Oiapoque basin, between Brazil and French Guiana.
METHODS
Data on ACL occurrence/epidemiological profile and etiology were sourced from Brazilian health services and a reference laboratory. Rainfall correlation was also analyzed.
RESULTS
Majority of the ACL cases were observed in adult men working as gold miners. ACL incidence peaks appeared to be linked to periods 2 months after the dry season. Migratory flow was found to be a non-negligible complicating factor in epidemiological surveillance.
CONCLUSIONS
Binational strategies are required to minimize exposure for high-risk populations.
https://hal.univ-guyane.fr/hal-03282680
Contributor : Mirlène Matillon <>
Submitted on : Friday, July 9, 2021 - 1:07:56 PM
Last modification on : Tuesday, July 13, 2021 - 3:36:58 AM
Contributor : Mirlène Matillon <>
Submitted on : Friday, July 9, 2021 - 1:07:56 PM
Last modification on : Tuesday, July 13, 2021 - 3:36:58 AM
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