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P-glycoprotein-like protein, a possible genetic marker for ivermectin resistance selection in Onchocerca volvulus.
Molecular and biochemical parasitology - 1 Apr 2008
Bourguinat Catherine, Ardelli Bernadette F, Pion Sébastien D S, Kamgno Joseph, Gardon Jacques, Duke Brian O L, Boussinesq Michel, Prichard Roger K
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Ivermectin (IVM) is the only safe drug for mass-treatment of onchocerciasis. IVM resistance has been reported in gastrointestinal nematode parasites of animals. A reduction in response to IVM in Onchocerca volvulus could have significant consequences for the onchocerciasis control programs. We ha...
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