Skip to main content
2024 No https://doi.org/10.1111/myc.13808 Dorkenoo, Ameyo M. Africa Observational Epidemiology Study Students Elementary (K-5) Fungi Infections Dermatophytes Lomé Prevalence Risk factors School children Tinea capitis Togo This cross-sectional and case–control study estimated tinea capitis prevalence in Lomé, Togo schoolchildren. A 3.08% rate, mainly from Trichophyton mentagrophytes, highlights environmental and behavioral risks, supporting targeted public health action.