Diagnostic challenges of recurrent malaria in non-endemic areas

In Spain, a patient’s unexpected relapse with Plasmodium falciparum raises questions about genetic influences on treatment efficacy. Meanwhile, in a separate case, a recurrence of Plasmodium malariae prompts speculation on latent reservoirs and treatment strategies. Here, we delve into these complex...

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Published inJournal of travel medicine Vol. 31; no. 3
Main Authors Ramirez-Hidalgo, Maria F, González, Eric López, Moles, Silvia Iglesias, García, Cristina Acosta, Muñoz, Jose Miguel Rubio, Ortega, Ricard López, Navés, Laura Gros, Sánchez, Albert Bernet, Jover-Sáenz, Alfredo
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published England 06.04.2024
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Recurrent malaria
artemisininbased combination therapy
Plasmodium resistance
Recrudescence
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Summary:In Spain, a patient’s unexpected relapse with Plasmodium falciparum raises questions about genetic influences on treatment efficacy. Meanwhile, in a separate case, a recurrence of Plasmodium malariae prompts speculation on latent reservoirs and treatment strategies. Here, we delve into these complex cases that underscore the evolving landscape of malaria.
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ISSN:1195-1982
1708-8305
DOI:10.1093/jtm/taae041