Diermissen ME, Yaeger OC

Language: Spanish
References: 9
Page: 77-81
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ABSTRACT

Malaria is a parasitic infection transmitted by mosquitoes that has afflicted humans over the millennia. Despite advances in knowledge, malaria continues to cause significant morbidity and mortality worldwide. This article emphasizes the importance of having a high degree of suspicion of malaria, rapid and accurate diagnosis, and appropriate antimalarial therapy in order to optimize clinical outcomes of infected patients.

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