Seroprevalence and risk factors associated with canine visceral leishmaniasis in the State of Paraíba, Brazil
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop
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51(5): 683-688, Sept.-Oct. 2018. tab, graf
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ABSTRACT
Abstract INTRODUCTION:
The aim of this study was to determine the seroprevalence and risk factors associated with canine visceral leishmaniasis in Paraíba State.METHODS:
Blood samples were collected from 411 dogs in four municipalities of Paraíba State. The seroprevalence was assessed by using ELISA.RESULTS:
The seroprevalence ranged from 7.2% to 20%. The risk factors that were associated with the disease were the presence of ticks and contact with other animals.CONCLUSIONS:
The seroprevalence of canine visceral leishmaniasis is high in Paraíba, indicating the need for health authorities to resume visceral leishmaniasis control activities. The ruralization of suburban areas in the region tends to homogenize the risk factors between suburban and rural areas.
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Main subject:
Dog Diseases
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Leishmaniasis, Visceral
Type of study:
Diagnostic study
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Etiology study
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Risk factors
Limits:
Animals
Country/Region as subject:
South America
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Brazil
Language:
English
Journal:
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop
Journal subject:
Tropical Medicine
Year:
2018
Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Brazil
Institution/Affiliation country:
Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco/BR
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Universidade Federal Rural do Semiárido/BR
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Universidade Federal de Campina Grande/BR
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