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Molecular evidence of Echinococcus canadensis (G6/G7) predominance in Mongolian livestock and its implications for control.
PLoS neglected tropical diseases - 1 Jun 2026
Bold Bolor, Andrus Peter S, Bayasgalan Chimedtseren, Nergui Davaasuren, Badmaa Battsetseg, Cao Yilin, Su Xuan, Mo Xiaojin, Guugandaa Nyamdavaa, Xiao Ning, Zhang Ting, Zhou Xiao-Nong
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BACKGROUND: Cystic echinococcosis (CE), caused by Echinococcus granulosus sensu lato (E. granulosus s.l.), is a major zoonotic disease causing substantial health and economic losses, particularly in pastoral communities. WHO and WOAH recommend combining regular dog deworming with sheep vaccination (EG95) for control. However, genotype data are important for vaccination planning, as EG95 mainly targets G1/G3 in...
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