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Genomic analysis of Isometamidium Chloride resistance in Trypanosoma congolense.
International journal for parasitology. Drugs and drug resistance - 1 Dec 2017
Tihon Eliane, Imamura Hideo, Van den Broeck Frederik, Vermeiren Lieve, Dujardin Jean-Claude, Van Den Abbeele Jan
Abstract excerpt
Isometamidium Chloride (ISM) is one of the principal drugs used to counteract Trypanosoma congolense infection in livestock, both as a prophylactic as well as a curative treatment. However, numerous cases of ISM resistance have been reported in different African regions, representing a significant constraint in the battle against Animal African Trypanosomiasis. In order to identify genetic signatures associated...
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