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Exploring transmission dynamics of the Sarcoptes scabiei mite in humans by combining molecular typing and epidemiological variables, the Netherlands 2016-2023.
Parasites & vectors - 7 Oct 2024
Vink Martijn, Coppoolse Hester, Bergmans Anneke, Wennekes Meike, Pas Suzan, Pattipeilohy-van Ommen Jane, Braks Marieta, Bruisten Sylvia, Galimont-Collen Annemie, Wintermans Bas, Fanoy Ewout
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BACKGROUND: Scabies, an infestation of the mite Sarcoptes scabiei, has seen an increase in clinical diagnoses in the Netherlands since 2011. This study aimed to analyse PCR-positive S. scabiei skin samples through partial genome sequencing and to link findings to patient epidemiological characteristics. METHODS: Skin samples were collected from individuals in the Netherlands between January 2016 and January 2023....
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