MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'Parasites and Vectors' source. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 17:36:44 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3382396&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F19 Conclusion: Finely grained temporal and spatial patterns of precipitation and air temperature have a consistent and significant impact on the timing and location of increased mosquito infection in the northeastern Illinois study area. The use of local weather data at multiple monitoring locations and the integration of mosquito infection data from numerous sources across several years are important to the strength of the models presented. The other spatial environmental factors that tended to be important, including impervious surfaces and elevation measures, would mediate the effect of rainfall on soils and in urban catch basins. Changes in weather patterns with global climate change make it especially important to improve our ability to predict how inter-related local weather and environ... Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3382396 Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3382396 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3365900&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F17 Conclusion: The results obtained indicate that the parasitized fish pay the cost of aggressiveness without the benefit of acquiring a territory that would provide them with better protection against predators. This behaviour should increase transmission of the parasite as expected by the parasite manipulation hypothesis. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3365900 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3365900 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3349923&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F15 Only four drugs are available for the chemotherapy of human African trypanosomiasis or sleeping sickness; suramin, pentamidine, melarsoprol and eflornithine. The history of the development of these drugs is well known and documented. Suramin, pentamidine and melarsoprol were developed in the first half of the last century by the then recently established methods of medicinal chemistry. Eflornithine, originally developed in the 1970s as an anti-cancer drug, became a treatment of sleeping sickness largely by accident. This review summarises the developmental processes which led to these chemotherapies from the discovery of the first bioactive lead compounds to the identification of the final drugs. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3349923 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3349923 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3331010&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F14 Conclusion: Although leishmaniasis is of limited geographic distribution it attracts a wide research interest. The central hub of research cooperation is the USA. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3331010 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3331010 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3321926&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F12 We describe a new odor-baited station for trapping, contaminating and killing disease-transmitting mosquitoes. This device, named the 'Ifakara Odor-baited Station' (Ifakara OBS), is a 4m3 hut-shaped canvas box with seven openings, two of which may be fitted with interception traps to catch exiting mosquitoes. It is baited with synthetic human odors and may be augmented with contaminants including toxic insecticides or biological agents. Results: In field trials where panels of fabric were soaked in 1% pirimiphos-methyl solution and suspended inside the Ifakara OBS, at least 73.6% of Anopheles arabiensis, 78.7% of Culex and 60% of Mansonia mosquitoes sampled while exiting the OBS, died within 24 hours. When used simply as a trap and evaluated against two existing outdoor traps, Ifakara Tent... Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3321926 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3321926 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3311210&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F11 Conclusions: The authors concluded that only two subjects were really infected (prevalence of 0.81%); the rest was false-positives that were sensitized after consuming non-embryonated eggs.The present study is the first one carried out in a native Amazonian population and indicates the presence of antibodies against C. hepatica in this population. The results further suggest that the transmission of the parasite occurs by the ingestion of embryonated eggs from human feces and/or carcasses of wild animals. The authors propose a novel mode of transmission, describing the disease as a low pathogenic one, and showing low infectivity. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3311210 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3311210 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3311211&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F10 The natural infection of phlebotomine sand flies by Leishmania parasites was surveyed in a desert area of Pakistan where cutaneous leishmaniasis is endemic. Out of 220 female sand flies dissected, one sand fly, Phlebotomus kazeruni, was positive for flagellates in the hindgut. Analyses of cytochrome b (cyt b), glycosomal glyceraldehyde phosphate dehydrogenase (gGAPDH) and small subunit ribosomal RNA (SSU rRNA) gene sequences identified the parasite as a Trypanosoma species of probably a reptile or amphibian. This is the first report of phlebotomine sand flies naturally infected with a Trypanosoma species in Pakistan. The possible infection of sand flies with Trypanosoma species should be taken into consideration in epidemiological studies of vector species in areas where leishmaniasis ... Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3311211 Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3311211 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3283255&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F9 Book review of "Keys to the Nematode Parasites of Vertebrates. Supplementary Volume" by Lynda M. Gibbons (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3283255 Thu, 18 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3283255 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3250693&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F8 The first Mongolian-Japanese Joint Conference on "Echinococcosis: diagnosis, treatment and prevention in Mongolia" was held in Ulaanbaatar on June 4th, 2009. It was the first chance for Mongolian experts (clinicians, pathologists, parasitologists, biologists, epidemiologists, veterinarians and others working on echinococcosis) joined together. Increase in the number of cystic echinococcosis (CE) cases year by year was stressed. CE in children may be more than adult cases. Alveolar echinococcosis was suspected chronic malignant hepatic tumors or abscesses. Main discussion was as to how to introduce modern diagnostic tools for pre-surgical diagnosis, how to establish the national system for the data base of echinococcosis with the establishment of a network system by experts from different a... Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3250693 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3250693 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3243323&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F7 In this study, we compared the CCA urine-dipstick test against double thick Kato-Katz faecal smears from 171 schoolchildren examined along the Tanzanian and Kenyan shorelines of Lake Victoria. Diagnostic methods were in broad agreement; the mean prevalence of intestinal schistosomiasis inferred by Kato-Katz examination was 68.6% (95% confidence intervals (CIs) = 60.7-75.7%) and 71.3% (95% CIs = 63.9-78.8%) by CCA urine-dipsticks. There were, however, difficulties in precisely 'calling' the CCA test result, particularly in discrimination of 'trace' reactions as either putative infection positive or putative infection negative, which has important bearing upon estimation of mean infection prevalence; considering 'trace' as infection positive mean prevalence was 94.2% (95% CIs = 89.5-97.2%). ... Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3243323 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3243323 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3235486&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F6 Conclusion: Based on abundance and other circumstantial evidences (its proven role in Sudan), P. orientalis is the most likely vector of VL in northwest Ethiopia, pending further clarifications. The zoophagic feeding behaviour of P. orientalis detected in the present study could have epidemiological significance, but more investigations are required in this and other behavioural characteristics towards appropriate management of the vector. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3235486 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3235486 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3227342&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F5 This article traces the main events and stresses the importance of comparative studies in that, apart from the initial discovery of parasites in the blood, every subsequent discovery has been based on studies on non-human malaria parasites and related organisms. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3227342 Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3227342 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3216070&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F4 The recent publication of the Schistosoma japonicum and S. mansoni genomes has expanded greatly the opportunities for post-genomic schistosomiasis vaccine research. Immunomics protein microarrays provide an excellent application of this new schistosome sequence information, having been utilised successfully for vaccine antigen discovery with a range of bacterial and viral pathogens, and malaria. Accordingly, we have designed and manufactured a Schistosoma immunomics protein microarray as a vaccine discovery tool. The microarray protein selection combined previously published data and in silico screening of available sequences for potential immunogens based on protein location, homology to known protective antigens, and high specificity to schistosome species. Following cloning, selected se... Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3216070 Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3216070 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3142148&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F3%2F1%2F1 Conclusions: The current study proved the excellent therapeutic efficacy of artemether/lumefantrine in the study area and the value of using it. However, the proper dispensing and absorption of the drug need to be emphasized in order to utilize the drug for a longer period of time. This study recommends further study on the toxicity of the drug with particular emphasis on the development of oral ulcers in children. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3142148 Tue, 05 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3142148 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3106643&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com Myiasis is a pathological condition in humans and animals caused by various species of dipterous larvae. Myiasis which occurs in a newborn baby is referred as neonatal myiasis. It is a rare condition and there are only a few reports to date. A case of neonatal aural myiasis in a two day old infant is reported in this paper. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3106643 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3106643 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3088952&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F63 Myiasis is a pathological condition in humans and animals caused by various species of dipterous larvae. Myiasis which occurs in a newborn baby is referred as neonatal myiasis. It is a rare condition and there are only a few reports to date. A case of neonatal aural myiasis in a two day old infant is reported in this paper. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3088952 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3088952 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3056226&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F61 This study reports for the first time on the distribution, host preference and infection rates of malaria vectors in Mauritania. It was conducted during an outbreak of Rift valley fever. Three anopheline species were reported. An. arabiensis was the predominant species observed in all regions whereas An. pharoensis and An. funestus were observed along the south border in the Senegal River valley where extensive irrigation schemes are present. The distribution limits of anopheline species were observed from the Senegal River basin in the Trarza region up to the south limit of the Saharan desert in Tidjikja city. Overall, all An. funestus and An. pharoensis were fed respectively on human and ovine hosts whereas the mean anthropophilic rate of An. gambiae s.l. was 53%. A low Plasmodium falcip... Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3056226 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3056226 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3047856&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F60 Conclusions: The study proves the existence of isolated zoonotic foci of CL in south eastern Addis Ababa, with P. longipes as the likely vector and H. brucei as the natural reservoir host. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3047856 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3047856 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3015141&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F57 Conclusion: The silencing of the Imnp, Spi or Lpc genes decreased the fitness of R. microplus females fed on a calf during acute B. bovis infection. The Imnp gene data suggest that this putative immunophilin gene is involved in the defense system of R. microplus against B. bovis and may play a role in controlling the protozoan infection in tick ovaries and larval progeny. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3015141 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 3015141 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2999227&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F56 Conclusions: This study provides new information on the distribution of filarial parasites and parasite DNA in vector and non-vector mosquitoes. This information should be useful for those involved in designing and interpreting molecular xenomonitoring studies. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2999227 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2999227 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2999228&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F55 Conclusion: The results from this study showed that both the forest and the savannah dwelling groups of S. damnosum s.l. were caught biting in the study area. This could have implications on the transmission and epidemiology of human onchocerciasis if not monitored. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2999228 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2999228 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2988662&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F54 Conclusion: Due to the reproducibility and sensitivity of this assay it is recommended for potential HTS application. As it is commercially available this assay can also be utilised in many laboratories for both large and small scale screening. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2988662 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2988662 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2962856&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F53 During analysis of retrospective community survey data, we identified two patients from Xiji County, south Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region with simultaneous echinococcosis and tuberculosis (TB), representing the first such reports for China. As the echinococcosis chronicity increased, the immune profile in both subjects changed from a Th1 to Th2 response, as shown by a TB skin test, originally positive, becoming negative. Such an elevated Th2 immune profile, with subsequent suppression of the Th1 immune response, is a common feature of chronic helminth infections. Given the difficulties in definitive diagnosis, and the potential increased susceptibility for TB infection in patients with advanced echinococcosis, we suggest that combined TB/echinococcosis surveys be undertaken in this area in ... Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2962856 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0100 2962856 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2919739&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F50 Although field-sampling procedures to capture gDNA from individual schistosome larval stages directly from their natural hosts exist, they do pose some technical and logistical challenges hampering certain epidemiological studies. The aim of this study was to develop, refine and evaluate an alternative methodology, which enables better preservation of large numbers of individual schistosome larval stages and eggs collected in low resource endemic areas, to provide PCR-quality DNA for multi-locus genetic analysis. The techniques reported here present simple and effective short-term field and long-term laboratory preservation and storage systems for individually sampled schistosome eggs and larval stages using a commercially available aqueous stabilisation reagent, RNAlater eliminating the n... Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2919739 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2919739 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2901516&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F49 Book review of "Primate Parasite Ecology: The dynamics and study of host-parasite relationships" by Michael A. Huffman and Colin A. Chapman (Eds.) (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2901516 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2901516 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2894051&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F48 Conclusions: Under high infective pressure a large percentage of L3 larvae of A. crassus coming from the gut lumen are eliminated by the natural host within its intestinal tissue. It is possible to reproduce this condition in sophisticated infection experiments. We provide a fast, easy and reliable PCR-based method for identification of encapsulated swimbladder parasites. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2894051 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2894051 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2875424&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F47 Conclusion: This is the first report of the influence of a metastriate tick on the cytokine profile of antigen specific CD4+ T cells. Blood feeding by D. andersoni pathogen-free nymphs or intradermal injection of salivary gland extracts programs influenza hemagglutinin influenza peptide specific TCR transgenic CD4+ T cells to express IL-4. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2875424 Wed, 07 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2875424 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2855183&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F46 Book review of "Fish diseases, Volumes 1 and 2." by J. C. Eiras, H. Segner, T. Wahli and G.B. Kapoor. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2855183 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2855183 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2827945&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F44 Conclusion: Although the prevalence of hookworm infection has fallen significantly in the last 15 years in China, the current strategy for controlling hookworm infections still needs to be strengthened along with the three-pronged approach, e.g. distributing anthelmintic drugs in schools and undertaking large-scale of hookworm deworming, improving water supplies and sanitation, and proper health education. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2827945 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2827945 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2814275&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F43 Conclusions: We have demonstrated intraclonal mating during fly transmission of T. b. brucei, contrary to previous findings that recombination occurs only when another strain is present. It is thus no longer possible to assume that T. b. brucei remains genetically unaltered after fly transmission. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2814275 Sun, 20 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2814275 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2803714&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F42 Book review of "Keys to the Nematode Parasites of Vertebrates. Archival Volume" by Roy C. Anderson, Alain G. Chabaud and Sheila Willmott (eds.) (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2803714 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2803714 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765619&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F41 Conclusions: Besides R. helvetica, unexpected rickettsiae are found in I. ricinus ticks. We propose that I. ricinus is a major reservoir host for R. helvetica, and that vertebrate hosts play important roles in the further geographical dispersion of rickettsiae. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765619 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2765619 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2737376&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F39 Conclusions: This study indicates that when empowered the community health implementers can successfully deliver doxycycline for six weeks for the treatment of onchocerciasis in areas of co-endemicity with loiasis. The therapeutic coverage and the compliance treatment rate achieved in this study coupled to the known efficacy of doxycycline on O. volvulus, are indicators that the strategy involving the mass administration of doxycycline can be used to control onchocerciasis in those areas of co-endemicity with loiasis where ivermectin may be contraindicated. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2737376 Wed, 26 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2737376 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2702015&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F38 Conclusions: An irradiation dose of 40 Gy is sufficient to cause female sterility, but has no observed negative effect on male fitness. The results support further development of this approach as a preventative measure against accidental population replacement. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2702015 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2702015 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2657185&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F35 Conclusions: The set of sequences described here will contribute to deciphering the expression profile of this important parasite and will be informative for the genome assembly and annotation, as well as for studies of intra- and inter-specific sequence variability. Genes of interest for developing new diagnostic and therapeutic tools are described and discussed. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2657185 Thu, 30 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2657185 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2637573&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F34 Saliva of Aedes aegypti contains a complex array of proteins essential for both blood feeding and pathogen transmission. A large numbers of those proteins are classified as unknown in regard to their function(s). Understanding the dynamic interactions at the mosquito-host interface can be achieved in part by characterizing mosquito salivary gland gene expression relative to blood feeding. Towards this end, we developed an oligonucleotide microarray representing 463 transcripts to determine differential regulation of salivary gland genes. This microarray was used to investigate the temporal gene expression pattern of Ae. aegypti salivary gland transcriptome at different times post-blood feeding. Expression of the majority of salivary gland genes (77-87%) did not change significantly as a re... Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2637573 Thu, 23 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2637573 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2605612&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F32 Conclusions: We have confirmed previous reports that Plasmodium ookinetes display multiple signs that suggest they die by a mechanism resembling apoptosis. This occurs in vivo and in vitro without experimental application of triggers. Our findings support the hypothesis that non-necrotic mechanisms of cell death evolved before the advent of multicellular organisms. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2605612 Tue, 14 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2605612 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2579946&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F30 Conclusion: The organophosphate- and pyrethroid-based insecticidal paints showed a very long residual activity on the mortality of fourth instar nymphs of T infestans, compared with the traditional spraying technique used for the application of pyrethroid insecticides in peridomestic structures of rural houses in the endemic region for Chagas disease in the Gran Chaco of Argentina. The application of the paints by trained personnel of the vector control programmes could be considered as an alternative control tool in areas where the traditional methods have failed or showed low efficacy. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2579946 Tue, 07 Jul 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2579946 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2560415&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F28 Review of "Insect Pathogens: Molecular Approaches and Techniques" by S. P. Stock, J. Vandenberg, I. Glazer and N. Boemare (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2560415 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2560415 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2505905&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F26 In this study, 87 dogs were screened for infection by Leishmania donovani. Blood and lymph node samples were taken from 87 and 33 dogs respectively and subsequently screened by the Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and Direct Agglutination Test (DAT) test. Additional lymph node smears were processed for microscopy and parasite culture. Host preference of the visceral leishmaniasis (VL) vector in the area, Phlebotomus orientalis, and other sandflies for the Nile rat (Arvicanthis niloticus, E. Geoffrey, 1803), the genet (Genetta genetta, Linnaeus, 1758), the mongoose (Herpeistes ichneumon, Linnaeus, 1758), and the domestic dog were determined by counting numbers of sand flies attracted to CDC traps that were baited by these animals. Results: DAT on blood samples detected anti-Leishmania antibo... Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2505905 Tue, 16 Jun 2009 23:00:00 +0100 2505905 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2397414&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F24 Intracellular parasites must enter the host cell, overcome its innate cellular defences and divert nutritional resources. Mechanisms vary from parasite to parasite but some aspects are common - this book enables comparison, highlighting similarities and differences in mechanisms between parasites. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2397414 Tue, 05 May 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2397414 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2375127&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F23 A book review of "Spatial Analysis in Epidemiology" by D.U. Pfeiffer, T.P. Robinson, M. Stevenson, K. B. Stevens, D.J. Rogers and A.C.A. Clements (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2375127 Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2375127 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2375128&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F22 Conclusions: The similarity in the helminth communities of this fish in the flood-plain lakes may be attributed to the historical connection of these habitats and to the completion of the life-cycles of this fish as well as the helminth species within the investigated habitats. The diversity and the digenean majority in the helminth communities can be related to the diet of this fish, and to the lacustrine and macrophytic characters of the habitats. The lake isolation from the river had little detectable effect on the helminth communities of the catfish in flood-plain lakes of the Yangtze River. The low similarities in helminth communities between the Dongting Lake and others may just be a reflection of its unique water environment and anthropogenic alterations or fragmentation in this lak... Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2375128 Mon, 27 Apr 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2375128 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2364012&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F21 Conclusions: The results indicate that Ac-FTT-2 interacts with DAF-16 in a phosphorylation-site dependent manner, and suggests that Ac-FTT-2 mediates activation of L3 by binding Ac-DAF-16 during hookworm infection. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2364012 Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2364012 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2356303&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F18 Conclusions: S. mansoni ESPs differentially influence intracellular NO levels in susceptible and resistant B. glabrata haemocytes, possibly through modulation of the ERK signalling pathway. Such effects might facilitate survival of S. mansoni in its intermediate host. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2356303 Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2356303 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2340972&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F17 Conclusion: These findings are of great interest for the implementation of "combination nets" in the field. They support the need to combine insecticide with repellent to overcome insecticide resistance in mosquitoes of public health importance. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2340972 Thu, 16 Apr 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2340972 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2340973&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F16 Book review of " Acanthamoeba: Biology and Pathogenesis " by Naveed Ahmed Khan (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2340973 Sat, 28 Mar 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2340973 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2297643&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F16 Book review of " Acanthamoeba: Biology and Pathogenesis " by Naveed Ahmed Khan (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2297643 Sat, 28 Mar 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2297643 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2268116&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F15 Conclusions: Due to its simplicity, sensitivity, and reliability, LAMP is suggested as an appropriate diagnostic method for routine diagnosis of mosquito vectors carrying filarial parasites. This method can be applied to the survey of not only canine filariasis but also lymphatic filariasis, another major public health problem. Therefore, this method offers great promise as a useful diagnostic method for filarial parasite detection in endemic filariasis regions. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2268116 Sun, 15 Mar 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2268116 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2259717&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F14 Book review of 'Environmental factors and malaria transmission risk: Modelling the risk in a holoendemic area of Burkina Faso' by Yazoume Ye, Osman Sankoh, Bocar Kouyate and Rainer Sauerborn (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2259717 Wed, 11 Mar 2009 04:00:00 +0100 2259717 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2242296&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F13 This case reports the efficacy of metaflumizone plus amitraz spot-on formulation (ProMeris Duo; Fort Dodge) against generalized demodectic mange. A two year-old male dog presented at clinical examination with poor general condition, diffused alopecia, crusted lesions, pruritus, skin scales and pustules. Demodex mites, Malassezia pachydermatis yeasts and bacteria were diagnosed. The dog was treated with cephalexin and topically with metaflumizone plus amitraz spot-on formulation at two weeks intervals until two consecutive skin scrapings resulted negative for mites. The number of adult mites statistically decreased at follow-up with a reduction of approximately 42 and 94% at +14 and +28 days post treatment (p.t.) respectively. Nymphs and larvae could not be detected from +28 day p.t. while ... Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2242296 Thu, 05 Mar 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2242296 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2195897&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F12 Conclusions: This represents the earliest fossil record of mutualism between microorganisms and animals and the first descriptions of protists from a fossil termite. Discovering the same orders, families and possibly genera of protists that occur today in Early Cretaceous kalotermitids shows considerable behaviour and morphological stability of both host and protists. The possible significance of protist cysts associated with the fossil termite is discussed in regards the possibility that coprophagy, as well as proctodeal trophallaxis, was a method by which some termite protozoa were transferred intrastadially and intergenerationally at this time. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2195897 Wed, 18 Feb 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2195897 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2157514&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F10 The objective was to review progress made with the application of spatial techniques on zoonotic parasitic diseases, particularly in Southeast Asia. The symposium featured 71 presentations covering soil-transmitted and water-borne helminth infections, as well as arthropod-borne diseases such as leishmaniasis, malaria and lymphatic filariasis. The work made public at this occasion is briefly summarized here to highlight the advances made and to put forth research priorities in this area. Approaches such as geographical information systems (GIS), global positioning systems (GPS) and remote sensing (RS), including spatial statistics, web-based GIS and map visualization of field investigations, figured prominently in the presentation. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2157514 Wed, 04 Feb 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2157514 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2142123&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F9 Book review of "Keys to the Trematoda. Vol. 3" by Rodney A. Bray, David I. Gibson and Arlene Jones (eds.) (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2142123 Thu, 29 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2142123 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2122588&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F7 This report summarises a meeting held in Ghana to set the research agenda for future onchocerciasis control. The aim of this workshop was to define the research priorities for alternative drug and treatment regimes and control strategies to treat populations with existing evidence of suboptimal responsiveness and define research priorities for future control strategies in the event of the development of widespread ivermectin resistance. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2122588 Wed, 21 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2122588 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2090536&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F6 Conclusions: This work provides further information into the understanding of the interaction between G. intestinalis and their host and by contributing novel scheme of the proteomic profile of the main larval stages. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2090536 Thu, 08 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2090536 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2087681&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F5 Conclusions: The new species described in the present study has smooth spermathecae. This original morphology opens a discussion on the heterogeneity of this subgenus. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2087681 Thu, 08 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2087681 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2079061&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F2%2F1%2F1 Book review of "Ticks: Biology, Disease and Control" by Alan Bowman & Patricia Nuttall (eds.) (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2079061 Mon, 05 Jan 2009 05:00:00 +0100 2079061 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2076053&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F48 Conclusion: Although the present checklist provides information that will facilitate future studies, the interesting question of macroparasite faunal diversity in L. haematocheila in its natural and introduced/invasive ranges cannot be dealt with the current data because of unreliability associated with the large number of non-documented and questionable records. This stresses the importance of data quality analysis in using host-parasite database and checklist data. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2076053 Wed, 31 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 2076053 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2076054&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F47 Book review of "Cryptosporidium and cryptosporidiosis" by Ronald Fayer and Lihua Xiao (eds.) (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2076054 Tue, 30 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 2076054 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2062508&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F46 This study compares three PCR based diagnostic assays and assesses the agreement of these three asaays by screening 103 cattle blood samples randomly collected from trypanosome endemic areas in western Kenya. The nested ITS based PCR, the single ITS based PCR and the species specific PCR detected 28.1%, 26.2% and 10.7% of the samples respectively as positive for trypanosome infection. Nested ITS and single ITS PCR's picked 3.8% and 1.9% as mixed infections respectively. Cohen kappa statistic used to compare agreements beyond chance between the assays showed highest degree of agreement (0.6) between the two ITS based tests, and the lowest (0.2) between the nested PCR test and the species specific PCR. The single ITS and nested ITS based diagnostic methods detected higher numbers of positive... Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2062508 Wed, 24 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 2062508 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2022307&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F44 Conclusion: The data suggest that the TBE spike was not due to weather-induced variation in tick population dynamics. An alternative explanation, supported by qualitative reports and some data, involves human behavioural responses to weather favourable for outdoor recreational activities, including wild mushroom and berry harvest, differentially influenced by national cultural practices and economic constraints. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2022307 Tue, 09 Dec 2008 05:00:00 +0100 2022307 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1896443&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F42 Conclusion: This study shows the potential of Ocimum suave and Ocimum kilimandscharicum crude extracts and whole plants of Ocimum suave, Ocimum kilimandscharicum, Azadirachta indica, Eucalyptus globules and Lantana camara for use in protecting against human biting while the burning of plants reduces significantly the indoor resting mosquitoes. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1896443 Wed, 22 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1896443 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1873578&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F38 This article is a book review and does not contain an abstract (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1873578 Tue, 14 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1873578 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1863503&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F36 This article is a book review and does not contain an abstract (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1863503 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1863503 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1841715&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F36 This article is a book review and does not contain an abstract (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1841715 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1841715 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1841716&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F35 The disinfectants TriGene, bleach, ethanol and liquid hand soap, and water and temperature were tested for their ability to kill bloodstream forms of Trypanosoma brucei, epimastigotes of Trypanosoma rangeli and promastigotes of Leishmania major. A 5-min exposure to 0.2% TriGene, 0.1% liquid hand soap and 0.05% bleach (0.05% NaOCl) killed all three trypanosomatids. Ethanol and water destroyed the parasites within 5 min at concentrations of 15–17.5% and 80–90%, respectively. All three organisms were also killed when treated for 5 min at 50°C. The results indicate that the disinfectants, water and temperature treatment (i.e. autoclaving) are suitable laboratory hygiene measures against trypanosomatid parasites. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1841716 Mon, 22 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1841716 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1813094&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F32 As part of an ongoing program assessing the biodiversity and impacts of parasites in Arctic ungulates we examined 72 fecal samples from muskoxen on Banks Island, Northwest Territories, Canada for Giardia and Cryptosporidium. Cryptosporidium spp. were not detected, but 21% of the samples were positive for Giardia. Sequencing of four isolates of Giardia demonstrated G. duodenalis, Assemblage A, a zoonotic genotype. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1813094 Mon, 22 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1813094 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1813093&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F33 Conclusions: We suggest that ookinetes may become coated in laminin as they pass through the midgut epithelium. Thereafter, laminin secreted by midgut epithelial cells and / or haemocytes, binds to the outer surface of the oocyst capsule and that some passes through and is incorporated into the developing oocysts. The localisation of laminin on sporozoites was unexpected and the importance of this observation is less clear. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1813093 Mon, 22 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1813093 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1813092&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F34 Conclusions: This study provides the first insights into the RIO1 protein kinases of nematodes, and a foundation for further investigations into the biochemical and functional roles of this molecule in biological processes in parasitic nematodes. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1813092 Mon, 22 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1813092 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1813091&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F35 The disinfectants TriGene, bleach, ethanol and liquid hand soap, and water and temperature were tested for their ability to kill bloodstream forms of Trypanosoma brucei, epimastigotes of Trypanosoma rangeli and promastigotes of Leishmania major. A 5-min exposure to 0.2% TriGene, 0.1% liquid hand soap and 0.05% bleach (0.05% NaOCl) killed all three trypanosomatids. Ethanol and water destroyed the parasites within 5 min at concentrations of 15-17.5% and 80-90%, respectively. All three organisms were also killed when treated for 5 min at 50degreesC. The results indicate that the disinfectants, water and temperature treatment (i.e. autoclaving) are suitable laboratory hygiene measures against trypanosomatid parasites. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1813091 Mon, 22 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1813091 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1803420&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F31 This study demonstrates the need for caution in relying solely on PCR for identification of new endosymbiont strains from invertebrate DNA samples. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1803420 Thu, 18 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1803420 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1798927&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F30 This article is a book review and does not contain an abstract (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1798927 Tue, 16 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1798927 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1795258&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F30 This article is a book review and does not contain an abstract (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1795258 Tue, 16 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1795258 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1786520&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F28 This article is a book review and does not contain an abstract (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1786520 Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1786520 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1740109&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F28 This article is a book review and does not contain an abstract (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1740109 Fri, 29 Aug 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1740109 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1689581&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F25 This article focuses on several aspects (etiology, transmission, distribution, prevalence, risk factors, diagnosis, control, prevention, and public health significance) of CVBDs in Brazil and discusses research gaps to be addressed in future studies. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1689581 Fri, 08 Aug 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1689581 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1672315&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F24 Vectors of trypanosomiasis - tsetse (Glossinidae) in Africa, kissing-bugs (Triatominae) in Latin America - are very different insects but share demographic characteristics that render them highly vulnerable to available control methods. For both, the main operational problems relate to re-invasion of treated areas, and the solution seems to be in very large-scale interventions covering biologically-relevant areas rather than adhering to administrative boundaries. In this review we present the underlying rationale, operational background and progress of the various trypanosomiasis vector control initiatives active in both continents. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1672315 Fri, 01 Aug 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1672315 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1635769&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F23 Conclusions: Our study reveals relatively rich regional parasite faunas in cod from the North East Atlantic which are dominated by generalist parasites with Arcto-Boreal distribution. Further, it provides more detailed data on the distribution in the North East Atlantic of the majority of cod parasites which may serve as baselines for future studies on the effect of climate change. Based on the faunal comparisons, predictions can be made in relation to the structure and diversity of the parasite communities in the North East Atlantic regions studied. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1635769 Fri, 18 Jul 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1635769 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1623308&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F18 Conclusion: Although we did not observe any signs of mammalian toxicity in this trial with a single dose, other studies have raised concerns regarding neuro- and genotoxicity. Consequently, further evaluation of this compound has been suspended. Nonetheless, these results validate the molecular target of the benzimidazoles as a promising lead for rational design of macrofilaricidal drugs. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1623308 Fri, 20 Jun 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1623308 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1556912&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F18 Conclusions Although we did not observe any signs of mammalian toxicity in this trial with a single dose, other studies have raised concerns regarding neuro- and genotoxicity. Consequently, further evaluation of this compound has been suspended. Nonetheless, these results validate the molecular target of the benzimidazoles as a promising lead for rational design of macrofilaricidal drugs. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1556912 Fri, 20 Jun 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1556912 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1556913&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F15 Conclusion: The sequence diversity within cox1 is such that a barcoding approach may offer the best method for characterization of populations and species within the genus from different geographical locations. The study has confirmed the definition of some accepted species within the species groups but additionally has revealed some unrecognized isolates which underlines the need to use molecular markers in addition to more traditional methods of identification. A barcoding approach based on part of the cox1 gene as defined by the Folmer primers is proposed. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1556913 Tue, 10 Jun 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1556913 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1556914&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F14 Conclusion: The proportion of the sampled population that received and ingested the antifilarial drugs was much lower than the reported coverage. The target coverage rate of 85% may be achieved with sufficient groundwork for MDA, buy-in from the local government, greater efforts exerted to increase the people's knowledge on LF and MDA and their understanding of perceived benefits of the drugs. These would contribute to the successful elimination of LF in the province. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1556914 Tue, 27 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1556914 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1556915&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F12 This article is a book review and does not contain an abstract" (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1556915 Wed, 21 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1556915 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1556916&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F11 none (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1556916 Tue, 13 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1556916 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1556917&cid=s_37187_77_f&fid=37187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parasitesandvectors.com%2Fcontent%2F1%2F1%2F9 Conclusions: The implications of these findings for the Sterile Insect Technique are discussed, and further experiments recommended. The dual-labelling system used to determine paternity gave good results for 13C, however, for 15N it is recommended to increase the amount of label in future studies. (Source: Parasites and Vectors) Parasites and Vectors journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1556917 Thu, 10 Apr 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1556917