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Anne-Pauline Bellanger1, Jean-François Faucher, Paul Robedat
1Parasitology-Mycology Department, University Hospital Jean Minjoz, Besançon, France. apbellanger@chu-besancon.fr
Scandinavian Journal of Infectious Diseases
|November 26, 2010
Summary
French troops returning from Côte d'Ivoire experienced malaria attacks post-deployment. Poor compliance with malaria chemoprophylaxis, including early discontinuation, was observed in over half of surveyed soldiers.
Area of Science:
- Tropical medicine
- Infectious disease epidemiology
Background:
- Military deployments to malaria-endemic regions pose significant health risks.
- Malaria remains a major public health concern in tropical areas like Côte d'Ivoire.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the incidence of malaria attacks in French troops after returning from Côte d'Ivoire.
- To evaluate compliance with malaria chemoprophylaxis among these military personnel.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of malaria cases in 110 French troops deployed to Côte d'Ivoire.
- Anonymous survey to assess chemoprophylaxis adherence, with a 39% response rate.
Main Results:
- 12 soldiers (10.9%) reported 14 malaria attacks after returning to France.
- Over half of respondents admitted to poor compliance, including stopping medication prematurely post-return.
Conclusions:
- Malaria poses a persistent risk to military personnel returning from endemic zones.
- Improved strategies for malaria chemoprophylaxis adherence are crucial for deployed forces.
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