Activity of antifilarial drugs on microfilaremia in the treatment of loiasis: a systematic review

Abstract Background Loiasis, caused by the nematode/filaria Loa loa, presents a major health burden in Central and West Africa. Despite the growing recognition of loiasis’ medical significance, current antifilarial drugs remain inadequate in terms of efficacy and safety, particularly for individuals...

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Main Authors:	Pia Michelitsch, Lars Matthies, Tamara Nordmann, Rella Zoleko Manego, Michael Ramharter
Format:	Artigo
Language:	Inglês
Published:	BMC 2025-12-01
Series:	Parasites & Vectors
Subjects:	Anthelmintic treatments Loa loa Loiasis Microfilaremia Systematic review Tropical diseases
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-025-07189-w
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