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Polymorphic marker regions support divergence of Mansonella sp. "DEUX" and M. perstans.
Parasites & vectors - 27 Apr 2026
Fischer Mara, Rodi Miriam, Thapa Prithivi Jung, Sicard Capucine Marie, Inoue Juliana, Berner Lilith, Matsiegui Pierre Blaise, Köhler Carsten, Kreidenweiss Andrea, Ramharter Michael, Agnandji Selidji Todagbe, Ossowski Stephan, Held Jana
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BACKGROUND: Though being prevalent worldwide, Mansonella parasites are among the most neglected filarial nematodes. The true prevalence and genetic diversity of this genus have yet to be fully understood. Mansonella sp. "DEUX" is a recently described filarial nematode infecting humans and other primates in Gabon and Cameroon, although its status as distinct species has been controversial. We investigated four...
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