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SANMARTINO, Mariana. 100 years of Chagas (1909-2009): a review, balance and perspective. Rev. Soc. Entomol. Argent. [online]. 2009, vol.68, n.3-4, pp.243-252. ISSN 0373-5680.

One hundred years have passed since the first publications by Carlos Chagas about the disease that bears his name, the causal agent and the insect vector. With the aim of commemorating such anniversary, this article provides an overview of some historical issues, takes a critical look at the current situation and suggests some tips for the work to come.

Palabras clave : Chagas disease; Triatominae; History; Research; Chalenges.

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