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This study investigates the burden of Post Kala-Azar Dermal Leishmaniasis (PKDL) in high visceral leishmaniasis (VL) endemic areas of Bangladesh, highlighting the importance of active case detection for preventing VL outbreaks. Among 472,435 individuals screened, 62 confirmed PKDL cases were identified, revealing a prevalence of 1.3 in 10,000 people, with significant stigma affecting treatment-seeking behavior. The findings emphasize the need for improved treatment access and active screening strategies to

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Ranjan Khan/HNPP/BRAC

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EN