Falciparum malaria. Epidemiology in Latin America, biologic and clinical considerations, treatment, and prophylaxis.
Falciparum malaria has become a major problem to health planning in Latin America, particularly because widespread drug-resistant strains of P. falciparum have been observed. This article reviews some current considerations in the treatment and management of falciparum malaria in this region.
Center for Tropical Medicine, Federal University of Pará, Brazil.
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D006801:Humans; D007843:Latin America / Q000453:epidemiology; D016778:Malaria, Falciparum / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000628:therapy