Background Pediculosis capitis is a common human parasitic infestation in childhood. This
article aims to provide a narrative updated review on the management of pediculosis capitis …

Of the three lice (head, body, and pubic louse) that infest humans, the body louse is the
species involved in epidemics of louse‐borne typhus, trench fever, and relapsing fever, but …

Head louse infestations continue to be a concern of public health in most countries,
including the most developed ones. The present recommendations are intended to inform …

Objective To determine the diagnostic accuracy of visual inspection and wet combing in
pediculosis capitis (head lice infestation). Visual inspection of 5 predilection sites (temples …

I have found that most diagnostic methods lack evidence of efficacy or effectiveness and the
evidence for efficacy of several 'popular'options for alternatives to insecticides in treatment is …

Despite the use of powerful insecticides and the prodigious efforts of parents and health
providers, successful control of head louse infestations remains unattainable in most …

A review of the current evidence on primary treatment modalities of head lice demonstrates
increasing resistance to current regimens. New and alternative therapies are now available …

Background Dimeticone 4% lotion was shown to be an effective treatment for head louse
infestation in two randomised controlled trials in England. It is not affected by insecticide …

Objective: The aim of the study was to determine the prevalence of head louse infestations
and the factors affecting the rate of infestation in primary school children in Sivas. Methods …

Objectives: Pediculosis humanus capitis is a worldwide public health concern that affects
mostly school-aged children. The aim of this study is to determine the rate of pediculosis and …