Lymphatic Filariasis in Southwest, Nigeria: A Cross-sectional Study on Prevalence, Morbidities and Socio-economic Impact in Four Endemic Areas of Ondo State
Anu I. Ogundayomi, O. J Afolabi & M. O. Oniya · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2026
Background: Lymphatic Filariasis (LF), commonly called Elephantiasis, is a painful and infectious disease with extreme disabilities, social and economic burden, majorly caused by the parasite-Wuchereria bancrofti, responsible for 90% cases worldwide and transmitted by blood-sucki...
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10.9734/ijtdh/2026/v47i31733