The growing incidence of neonatal malaria: a situational review in developing countries
Niger. j. med. (Online)
;
16(1): 25-30, 2007.
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in English
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ABSTRACT
Background:
Neonatal malaria was said to be a rare entity. However there are increasing reports from many parts of the world about the occurrence of malaria in the newborn.Methods:
A review of the literature on this subject was done with emphasis on developing countries. Literature search was done using Medline; as well as local and international journals.Results:
The reasons for earlier reported rarity of neonatal malaria; and those for the recent rising incidence are discussed along with diagnostic and management issues.Conclusion:
The physician must have a high index of suspicion to make a diagnosis of neonatal malaria; as the clinical features are non-specific and very similar to those of Neonatal sepsis. Neonatal malaria is a contributor to neonatal morbidity and mortality; which must be drastically reduced in order to achieve the fourth millennium development goal
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Index:
AIM (Africa)
Main subject:
Review
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Malaria
Type of study:
Incidence study
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Risk factors
Language:
English
Journal:
Niger. j. med. (Online)
Year:
2007
Type:
Article
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