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The frequency of kdr and ace-1 alleles in Anopheles gambiae s.l. before and during indoor residual spraying (IRS) implementation and four years after IRS withdrawal in three districts in Atacora, Benin.
Parasites & vectors - 7 Mar 2024
Odjo Esdras Mahoutin, Impoinvil Daniel, Fassinou Arsène Jacques Y H, Padonou Gil Germain, Aïkpon Rock, Salako Albert Sourou, Sominahouin André Aimé, Adoha Constantin, Yovogan Boulais, Osse Razaki, Oussou Olivier, Tokponnon Filémon, Gnanguénon Virgile, Hassani Ahmed Saadani, Akogbeto Martin C
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Indoor residual spraying (IRS) was first implemented in the Atacora department, Benin from 2011 to 2012 using bendiocarb (carbamate) followed by annual spraying with pirimiphos-methyl (organophosphate) from 2013 to 2018. Before and after IRS implementation in Atacora, standard pyrethroid insecticide-treated bed nets were the main method of vector control in the area. This study investigated the...
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