Ann. Méd. Vét., 2011, 155 (2), pp 88-103 Epidemiology and control of East Coast fever in Africa: a literature reviewKALUME M.K., LOSSON B., SAEGERMAN C.Abstract :
Theileria parva, the causative
agent of East Coast fever is largely
distributed in Eastern, Central
and Southern Africa. Its distribution
follows that of its main vector
Rhipicephalus appendiculatus, a
three host hard tick. The control
of the infection depends of control
methods used and adapted to local
conditions which greatly influence
the incidence of the infection and
determine the level of host-vector
interactions. The clinical signs of
both acute and chronic forms are
presented in this work. The different
epidemiological states of the
disease and the different control
methods (curative treatment, fight
against vectors and immunization
of susceptible animals) are also
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