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Mutations in GluCl associated with field ivermectin-resistant head lice from Senegal.
International journal of antimicrobial agents - 1 Nov 2018
Amanzougaghene Nadia, Fenollar Florence, Diatta George, Sokhna Cheikh, Raoult Didier, Mediannikov Oleg
Abstract excerpt
Through its unique mode of action, ivermectin represents a relatively new and very promising tool to fight against human lice, especially in cases of resistance to commonly used pediculicides. However, ivermectin resistance in the field has already begun to be reported. Therefore, understanding the mechanisms involved is a key step in delaying and tackling this phenomenon. In this study, field head lice with...
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