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Mycobacterium leprae infection, Hansens disease, and helminth infections: A cross-sectional study in southeastern Brazil

2025-06-27 infectious diseases Title + abstract only
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BackgroundPrior studies have demonstrated associations between helminths and mycobacterial infections, suggesting a can alter the susceptibility do mycobacterial infection or disease. Our goal was to assess the association of Mycobacterium leprae infection with parasitic infections in a highly endemic area for Hansens disease in Minas Gerais, Brazil. MethodsAdults and children ages 3 years and older were enrolled from communities in Governador Valadares, Minas Gerais, Brazil, and nearby municip...

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