CV Lattes
ORCID
Abstract
Schistosomiasis is one of the most prevalent tropical infectious diseases. Endemic in 78 countries, it is estimated that 240 million people have been infected and over 700 million reside in risk areas. Much of the morbidity and mortality associated with this helminthiasis is directly attributed principally to the deposition of eggs and their antigens affected tissues. The use of Praziquan…