Prevention and Control of Hydatidosis at Local Level: South American Initiative for the Control and Surveillance of Cystic Echinococcosis/Hydatidosis

ABSTRACT

[Foreword]. This Guide was prepared to promote an update of the advances, challenges and perspectives of processes for the control, elimination, diagnosis and treatment of echinococcosis/hydatidosis in South American countries and is intended for managers and technicians from health and agriculture ministries, in charge of surveillance and control programs for hydatidosis. It is also aimed at all health professionals, students, teachers and educators from schools and other educational institutions.