Onchocerciasis-Associated Epilepsy, an Additional Reason for Strengthening Onchocerciasis Elimination Programs.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.pt.2017.11.009
Abstract: A high prevalence of epilepsy has been observed in onchocerciasis-endemic regions with high onchocerciasis transmission. Recent epidemiological studies suggest that Onchocerca volvulus infection is the trigger causing the seizures, which appear in previously healthy children… read more here.
Keywords: reason strengthening; onchocerciasis associated; additional reason; strengthening onchocerciasis ... See more keywords