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Malaria in Children

Lauren M Cohee1, Miriam K Laufer1

  • 1Division of Malaria Research, Institute for Global Health, University of Maryland School of Medicine, HSF-II, Room 480, 685 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA.

Pediatric Clinics of North America
|July 24, 2017
PubMed

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Malaria remains a significant global health threat, causing substantial mortality and posing risks to travelers. Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing this disease effectively.

Area of Science:

  • Tropical medicine
  • Infectious diseases
  • Public health

Background:

  • Malaria is a major cause of illness and death in endemic regions, with significant global health implications.
  • Travelers to malaria-endemic areas are at risk and require careful evaluation if they develop fever upon return.
  • Timely diagnosis and effective treatment are vital to prevent severe complications and save lives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To emphasize the critical importance of considering malaria in the differential diagnosis of febrile travelers.
  • To highlight the necessity of prompt and effective treatment for malaria patients.
  • To underscore the significance of understanding Plasmodium species, epidemiology, and drug resistance for optimal treatment selection.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on malaria epidemiology and treatment guidelines.
  • Analysis of clinical case presentations and diagnostic considerations.
  • Synthesis of information on Plasmodium species and drug resistance patterns.

Main Results:

  • Malaria caused an estimated 438,000 deaths in 2015.
  • Fever in returning travelers necessitates malaria evaluation.
  • Effective treatment choice depends on geographic origin and Plasmodium species.

Conclusions:

  • Prompt malaria diagnosis and treatment are life-saving interventions.
  • Understanding geographic-specific Plasmodium characteristics is essential for effective malaria management.
  • Malaria remains a critical public health concern requiring vigilance in endemic areas and among travelers.

Keywords:
FalciparumMalariaPlasmodiumVivax

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