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  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Immunology

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  • Placental malaria, marked by Plasmodium-infected red blood cells in the placenta, is a major cause of adverse perinatal outcomes.
  • These outcomes include stillbirth, low birth weight, preterm birth, and small-for-gestational-age neonates.
  • Placental inflammation and factors like maternal gravidity and infection timing contribute to complications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent advancements in understanding placental malaria.
  • To cover its significance, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and prevention strategies.

Main Methods:

  • This is a review article, summarizing existing research.
  • Focuses on recent work in the field of placental malaria.

Main Results:

  • Placental malaria significantly impacts perinatal outcomes.
  • Inflammatory responses within the placenta are key drivers of these adverse outcomes.
  • Current prevention, intermittent preventative treatment in pregnancy, faces challenges from drug resistance.

Conclusions:

  • Placental malaria remains a critical issue in endemic areas.
  • Ongoing research aims to develop alternative preventative treatments and vaccines.
  • Understanding the inflammatory response is crucial for future interventions.