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A Pires¹, C Capela, P Gouveia

¹Serviço de Medicina Interna, Hospital de Braga, Braga, Portugal. arnpires@gmail.com

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This case study details severe Plasmodium falciparum malaria with 43% parasitemia, leading to multiple organ dysfunction and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). The patient survived after intensive care, highlighting the importance of recognizing this severe malaria presentation.

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Clinical Medicine
Infectious Diseases
Parasitology

Background:

Severe malaria, particularly Plasmodium falciparum infections, poses a significant global health threat.
Early recognition and management are crucial for improving patient outcomes.

Observation:

A clinical case of severe malaria is presented with initial Plasmodium falciparum parasitemia at 43%.
The patient experienced multiple organ dysfunction, including acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS).

Findings:

The patient required admission to a close surveillance unit due to the severity of the illness.
Despite the critical condition, the patient ultimately survived.

Implications:

This case underscores the potential for severe malaria presentations, even in regions where it may not be historically common.
Increased awareness and vigilance for severe malaria are necessary for timely diagnosis and effective treatment.