2012
DOI: 10.1007/s00436-012-3208-z
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Comparative efficacy of commercial combs in removing head lice (Pediculus humanus capitis) (Phthiraptera: Pediculidae)

Abstract: The use of a fine comb for removing lice from the head of the human host is a relevant tool both in the diagnosis of infestations and as part of an integrated control strategy of head lice. The effectiveness of a fine comb depends, in part, on the design and material they are built. The aim of this study was to compare in vivo the efficacy of metal and plastic combs that are currently used in the removal of head lice and eggs worldwide. The space between comb teeth and the length was 0.23 and 13 mm in KSL® pla… Show more

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“…However, the protocol employed was based on a protocol previously submitted by us to Huntingdon Local Research Ethics Committee (07/Q0104/44) for a similar procedure (Burgess et al, 2017) and was internally reviewed by the sponsor prior to being commissioned. The actual methodology of combing followed that used in a previously published study conducted elsewhere (Gallardo et al, 2013).…”
Section: Methodsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…However, the protocol employed was based on a protocol previously submitted by us to Huntingdon Local Research Ethics Committee (07/Q0104/44) for a similar procedure (Burgess et al, 2017) and was internally reviewed by the sponsor prior to being commissioned. The actual methodology of combing followed that used in a previously published study conducted elsewhere (Gallardo et al, 2013).…”
Section: Methodsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Health care institutions recommend that the hair is divided into small sections and each section is combed completely, repeating the combing procedure every one-two days until no lice are detected for 10 consecutive days ( Department of Health, 2019 ). It is difficult to assess and quantify the efficacy of wet combing from previous scientific studies ( Feldmeier, 2014 ) as this depends on a number of factors, including the nature of the comb ( Gallardo et al., 2013 ; Speare et al., 2002 ). Therefore, for numerical simulations we consider here three scenarios: (i) low effectiveness (combing removes 20% of live lice/eggs), (ii) moderate effectiveness (combing removes 50% of live lice/eggs), and (iii) high effectiveness (combing removes 80% of live lice/eggs).…”
Section: How To Treat Infestations: Four Possible Strategiesmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Well-established treatment options for head lice infestations include therapeutic wet combing, topical application of a pediculicide, and oral treatments ( Feldmeier, 2012 ), the last not being considered in our study. Wet combing is a non-chemical treatment, optimal for detection of head lice infestations ( Gallardo, Toloza, Vassena, Picollo, & Mougabure-Cueto, 2013 ), but very time consuming when performed for taking advantage of its therapeutic effects ( Feldmeier, 2012 ). Most pediculicides, such as those based on malathion, pyrethrins and its synthetic derivates, can kill nymphs and adult lice, but are in general non-ovocidal.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…However, the protocol employed was based on a protocol previously submitted by us Huntingdon Local Research Ethics Committee (07/Q0104/44) for a similar procedure (Burgess, et al, 2017) and was internally reviewed by the sponsor prior to being commissioned. The actual methodology of combing followed that used in a previously published study conducted elsewhere (Gallardo, et al 2013).…”
Section: Usage Evaluationmentioning
confidence: 99%