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Clinical review: Severe malaria.

Andrej Trampuz1, Matjaz Jereb, Igor Muzlovic

  • 1Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA. andrejtrampuz@aol.com

Critical Care (London, England)
|August 22, 2003
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Severe malaria, primarily from Plasmodium falciparum, is a medical emergency with increasing imported cases and high fatality. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent rapid progression and fatal complications.

Area of Science:

  • Tropical Medicine
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Malaria is a life-threatening emergency, particularly severe Plasmodium falciparum malaria.
  • Increasing incidence of imported malaria and high case fatality rates necessitate improved management.
  • Complications can rapidly develop, affecting multiple organ systems.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the critical nature of severe malaria.
  • To outline current treatment strategies and management principles.
  • To emphasize the importance of early diagnosis in at-risk populations.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical presentation and progression of severe malaria.
  • Discussion of established and emerging treatment modalities, including antimalarial drugs and supportive care.

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  • Emphasis on diagnostic considerations for febrile travelers.

    • Main Results:

    • Severe malaria progresses rapidly without timely intervention, leading to significant morbidity and mortality.
    • Intravenous quinine/quinidine and artemisinin derivatives are key initial treatments, transitioning to oral therapy when stable.
    • Aggressive supportive care, including fluid management, respiratory support, and early renal replacement therapy, is vital.

    Conclusions:

    • Early recognition of malaria in febrile travelers is paramount for prompt diagnosis and treatment.
    • Effective management requires a multi-faceted approach, combining antimalarial therapy with intensive supportive care.
    • Despite advances, severe malaria remains a critical condition demanding vigilance and rapid clinical response.