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.
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Center for Tropical Medicine, Federal University of Pará, Brazil.
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Martins
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D006801:Humans; D007843:Latin America / Q000453:epidemiology; D016778:Malaria, Falciparum / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000628:therapy