Entomological survey in the state of Piauí, Northeastern Brazil, reveals intradomiciliary colonization of Triatoma brasiliensis macromelasoma
Rev. Inst. Med. Trop. Säo Paulo
; 59: e27, 2017. tab, graf
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ABSTRACT
ABSTRACT This survey aimed to assess the presence of triatomine vectors of Chagas disease within the rural communities of São João do Piauí, Northeast Brazil. Intradomiciliary and peridomiciliary collection strategies were implemented wherein 279 specimens of Triatoma brasiliensis macromelasoma, both nymph and adult were found in 15 (50%) of the studied homes. Of the intradomiciliary insects, 73 (67.6%) were identified as nymph instars (1st instar [N1]= 6, N2= 14, N3= 28, N4= 7 and N5= 18). In the studied communities, a continuous interaction between triatomine bugs and humans could be shown. It is therefore urgent that suitable strategies for the control of the triatomine vector are implemented in this area.
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Triatoma
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Vivienda
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Animals
País/Región como asunto:
America do sul
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Brasil
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En
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Rev. Inst. Med. Trop. Säo Paulo
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MEDICINA TROPICAL
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2017
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Article