Publication Type: | Journal Article |
Year of Publication: | 2001 |
Authors: | C. N. Burkhart, Burkhart C. G. |
Journal: | Journal of Medical Entomology |
Volume: | 38 |
Issue: | 2 |
Pagination: | 127 - 129 |
Date Published: | 2001 |
ISBN Number: | 0022-2585 |
Keywords: | animals, humans, Insect Control, insecticide, Lice Infestations/epidemiology/prevention & control, Ovum, Pediculus |
Abstract: | Pediculosis capitis is a prevalent and highly communicable condition infesting millions of elementary school students annually. Topical insecticides are the present standard treatment for this condition. Because resistance of head lice to insecticides is a growing concern, assessment of efficacy of pediculicidal and ovicidal activity of the various agents is needed for public health interests. Given the number of anecdotal and market-driven reported studies, assessment of topical lice therapies requires standardized testing. Evaluations based on adaptations of World Health Organization guidelines are not ideal, whereas a protocol reflecting clinical exposure to insecticides is preferable. |
URL: | http://www.phthiraptera.info/sites/phthiraptera.info/files/44934.pdf |
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