Medicine and Health

The Impact of Targeted Treatment and Mass Drug Administration Delivery Strategies on the Prevalence and Intensity of Schistosomiasis in School Aged Children in Africa: A Systematic Review

N. Chanhanga, T. Mindu, et al.

This systematic review reveals how targeted treatments and mass drug administration strategies significantly impact schistosomiasis among African school-aged children. Conducted by Nathan Chanhanga, Tafadzwa Mindu, John Mogaka, and Moses Chimbari, the research highlights the need for constant MDA and complementary interventions for effective elimination.

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Abstract

This systematic review assessed the impact of targeted treatment and mass drug administration (MDA) strategies on schistosomiasis prevalence and intensity in African school-aged children. Twenty-seven studies showed a decrease in prevalence post-treatment, with varied intensity changes. The review highlighted that targeted treatment's effectiveness depends on frequency, complementary interventions, and uptake, while constant MDA programs, alongside preventative measures, are needed for elimination.

Publisher

Infection and Drug Resistance

Published On

Mar 17, 2023

Authors

Nathan Chanhanga, Tafadzwa Mindu, John Mogaka, Moses Chimbari

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