Evidence-based vector control? Improving the quality of vector control trials

Highlights • Vector control tools can be used to reduce the burden of vector-borne diseases. • Well-conducted vector control field trials are essential to inform policy making. • However, the evidence base is limited due to poor conduct of vector control studies. • We critically assess the state of...

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Published inTrends in parasitology Vol. 31; no. 8; pp. 380 - 390
Main Authors Wilson, Anne L, Boelaert, Marleen, Kleinschmidt, Immo, Pinder, Margaret, Scott, Thomas W, Tusting, Lucy S, Lindsay, Steve W
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published England Elsevier Ltd 01.08.2015
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Animals
Disease Vectors
Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Humans
Infectious Disease
Pest Control - standards
Phase III trials
Research Design - standards
vector control
vector-borne disease
research design/standards
vector-borne disease
vector control
Phase III trials
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Summary:Highlights • Vector control tools can be used to reduce the burden of vector-borne diseases. • Well-conducted vector control field trials are essential to inform policy making. • However, the evidence base is limited due to poor conduct of vector control studies. • We critically assess the state of vector control trials and outline major failings. • We provide guidance for more rigorous design and conduct of vector control studies.
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ISSN:1471-4922
1471-5007
DOI:10.1016/j.pt.2015.04.015