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Parasites & Vectors, 2016 Rhodnius prolixus is a major vector of Trypanosoma cruzi, the causative agent of Chagas disease in Latin America. In natural habitats, these insects are in contact with a variety of bacteria, fungi, virus and parasites that they acquire from both their ...
C. S. Vieira +5 more
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Unraveling the Differences of the Hydrolytic Activity of Trypanosoma cruzi trans-Sialidase and Trypanosoma rangeli Sialidase: A Quantum Mechanics–Molecular Mechanics Modeling Study [PDF]
, 2014 Chagas’ disease, also known as American trypanosomiasis, is a lethal, chronic disease that currently affects more than 10 million people in Central and South America. The trans-sialidase from Trypanosoma cruzi (T. cruzi, TcTS) is a crucial enzyme for the
Bueren Calabuig, Juan A. +2 more
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Transfusion, EarlyView.Abstract Background Blood donors represent a unique population. Pre‐donation screening questions, donor self‐deferral, and temporary deferral and re‐testing of repeat reactive donors result in lower prevalence of infectious disease compared to the general population.
Carmen L. Charlton +3 more
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Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical, 2011 INTRODUCTION: For a long time, the importance of Chagas disease in Mexico, where many regarded it as an exotic malady, was questioned. Considering the great genetic diversity among isolates of Trypanosoma cruzi, the importance of this biological ...
César Gómez-Hernández +8 more
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Efeito da rapamicina na infecção de cardiomiócitos humanos por Trypanosoma cruzi [PDF]
, 2020 Juliana Morais Alvim
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Role of Trypanosoma cruzi Trans-sialidase on the Escape from Host Immune Surveillance
Frontiers in Microbiology, 2016 Chagas disease is caused by the flagellate protozoan Trypanosoma cruzi, affecting millions of people throughout Latin America. The parasite dampens host immune response causing modifications in diverse lymphoid compartments, including the thymus.
A. F. F. R. Nardy +3 more
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Novel cruzain inhibitors for the treatment of Chagas' disease. [PDF]
, 2012 The protozoan parasite Trypanosoma cruzi, the etiological agent of Chagas' disease, affects millions of individuals and continues to be an important global health concern.
Arkin, Michelle R +6 more
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Feeding and defecation behavior of Triatoma rubida (Uhler, 1894) (Hemiptera: Reduviidae) under laboratory conditions, and its potential role as a vector of chagas disease in Arizona, USA [PDF]
, 2011 Chagas disease is caused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi, which is transmitted to humans by blood-sucking triatomine insects. This disease is endemic throughout Mexico and Central and South America, but only a few autochthonous cases have been reported
Gregory, Teresa +3 more
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Vox Sanguinis, EarlyView.Abstract Background and Objectives According to the World Health Organization, more than 1 billion people are at risk of leishmaniasis in over 89 countries. Environmental changes such as deforestation, urban expansion and climate change facilitate the spread of sand fly vectors and reservoirs, increasing disease transmission.
Ismael Severino de Lima +14 more
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Interactions between Trypanosoma cruzi Secreted Proteins and Host Cell Signaling Pathways
Frontiers in Microbiology, 2016 Chagas disease is one of the prevalent neglected tropical diseases, affecting at least 6–7 million individuals in Latin America. It is caused by the protozoan parasite Trypanosoma cruzi, which is transmitted to vertebrate hosts by blood-sucking insects ...
Renata Watanabe Costa +2 more
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