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22. Tropical Diseases Targeted for Elimination: Chagas Disease, Lymphatic Filariasis, Onchocerciasis, and Leprosy

Table 22.3: Cost-Effectiveness Estimates for the Main Interventions for Each Disease

Cost-Effectiveness Estimates for the Main Interventions for Each Disease
InterventionCost per DALY averted (US$)Internal rate of return (percent)
Chagas disease
Vector control26030-60
Treatment (children under five)100—
LF
MDA4-29—
Diethylcarbamazine-fortified salt1-46—
Vector control48-303—
Onchocerciasis
MDA717 (APOC)
Vector control—20 (OCP)
Leprosy
Case detection and treatment38—
Prevention of disability1-110—

Source: Authors' calculations.

MDA = mass drug administration.

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