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The possible role of Mansonia uniformis mosquitoes in the transmission of lymphatic filariasis was assessed in an endemic area of Uganda, by examining their diurnal biting cycle, host preference and ability to support the development of experimental and natural Wuchereria bancrofti infections. Anopheles gambiae s.l. served as controls. Human landing catches revealed that outdoor biting peaked early...
Following reports of a high frequency of elephantiasis in Kwen County (Kapchorwa District) on the slopes of Mt. Elgon in Uganda, a baseline survey for lymphatic filariasis was carried out in three villages in the affected area. Individuals aged 1 year and above were examined for chronic manifestations of lymphatic filariasis, and for specific circulating filarial antigens and microfilariae of Wuchereria...
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