An integrated district mapping strategy for loiasis to enable safe mass treatment for onchocerciasis in Gabon

American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene 106(2):732–739 (2021)

Journal article

Authors

Sandrine Nkoa Ella

Kindopam Ogoussan

Katherine Gass

Lori Hundley

Peter J. Diggle

Olatunji Johnson

et al.

Published

November 15, 2021

Doi

10.4269/ajtmh.21-0799

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Summary. Implements an integrated multi-disease mapping strategy across departments in Gabon, using geostatistical models to assess Loa loa, onchocerciasis, and loiasis co-endemicity. Reveals within-department heterogeneity that would be missed by coarser mapping approaches, improving the safety and targeting of ivermectin MDA.