Abstract
We aimed to map the probability of Schistosoma haematobium infection being >50%, a threshold for annual mass praziquantel distribution. Parasitologic surveys were conducted in Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, 2004-2006, and predictions were made by using Bayesian geostatistical models. Clusters with >50% probability of having >50% prevalence were delineated in each country.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Africa, Western / epidemiology
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Animals
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Anthelmintics / administration & dosage
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Bayes Theorem
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Humans
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Male
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Models, Statistical
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National Health Programs
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Praziquantel / administration & dosage
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Probability
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Schistosoma haematobium / isolation & purification
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Schistosomiasis haematobia / epidemiology*
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Schistosomiasis haematobia / prevention & control*
Substances
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Anthelmintics
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Praziquantel