Imported malaria in children in Madrid, Spain, 2007-2013.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eimc.2016.11.014
Abstract: BACKGROUND The majority of malaria cases diagnosed in Europe in the last few years have occurred in people living in non-endemic areas travelling back to their home country to visit friends and relatives (VFRs). Children… read more here.
Keywords: madrid spain; malaria children; imported malaria; spain 2007 ... See more keywords
Trend analysis of imported malaria in London; observational study 2000 to 2014.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.tmaid.2017.04.004
Abstract: BACKGROUND We describe trends of malaria in London (2000-2014) in order to identify preventive opportunities and we estimated the cost of malaria admissions (2009/2010-2014/2015). METHODS We identified all cases of malaria, resident in London, reported… read more here.
Keywords: 2000 2014; imported malaria; analysis imported; study ... See more keywords
Increasing proportions of relapsing parasite species among imported malaria in China's Guangxi Province from Western and Central Africa.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.tmaid.2021.102130
Abstract: BACKGROUND Travel-related malaria in non-endemic areas returning from endemic areas presents important challenges to diagnosis and treatment. Imported malaria to newly malaria-free countries poses further threats of malaria re-introduction and potential resurgence. For those traveling… read more here.
Keywords: central africa; imported malaria; western central; vivax ... See more keywords
Diagnostic accuracy of fluorescence flow-cytometry technology using Sysmex XN-31 for imported malaria in a non-endemic setting
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DOI: 10.1051/parasite/2022031
Abstract: Malaria diagnosis based on microscopy is impaired by the gradual disappearance of experienced microscopists in non-endemic areas. Aside from the conventional diagnostic methods, fluorescence flow cytometry technology using Sysmex XN-31, an automated haematology analyser, has… read more here.
Keywords: non endemic; diagnosis; fluorescence flow; microscopy ... See more keywords
Effectiveness of passive case detection for imported malaria in a hospital setting in Sri Lanka during the prevention of re-introduction phase of malaria.
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DOI: 10.1093/inthealth/ihy061
Abstract: Introduction The effectiveness of the passive case detection (PCD) system for imported malaria was assessed in government hospitals in Sri Lanka post-elimination of malaria. Methods In 18 medical wards (test wards) in four government hospitals,… read more here.
Keywords: malaria; imported malaria; case detection; effectiveness passive ... See more keywords
Trends in Imported Malaria during the COVID-19 pandemic, Spain (+Redivi Collaborative Network).
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DOI: 10.1093/jtm/taac083
Abstract: INTRODUCTION The COVID-19 pandemic has caused disruptions in prevention and management strategies for malaria globally. Currently, data analysing trends in travel-related infections during the pandemic years are scarce. The objective of this analysis was to… read more here.
Keywords: network; spain; increase; redivi ... See more keywords
Factors associated with delay in seeking healthcare for imported malaria: a retrospective study in a French hospital.
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DOI: 10.1093/jtm/taad023
Abstract: BACKGROUND Delayed treatment is associated with a higher risk of severe malaria. In malaria-endemic areas, the main factors associated with delay in seeking healthcare are low educational level and traditional beliefs. In imported malaria, determinants… read more here.
Keywords: seeking healthcare; associated delay; imported malaria; delay seeking ... See more keywords
Non-imported malaria in Italy: paradigmatic approaches and public health implications following an unusual cluster of cases in 2017
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DOI: 10.1186/s12889-020-08748-9
Abstract: Background The European region achieved interruption of malaria transmission during the 1970s. Since then, malaria control programs were replaced by surveillance systems in order to prevent possible re-emergence of this disease. Sporadic cases of non-imported… read more here.
Keywords: unusual cluster; imported malaria; locally transmitted; health ... See more keywords
Post-mortem diagnosis of imported malaria in France: a case report
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DOI: 10.1186/s12936-021-03806-y
Abstract: Background Malaria is a potentially lethal parasitic disease due to infection by Plasmodium parasites, transmitted by Anopheles mosquito vectors. Various preventative measures may be recommended for travellers who visit endemic areas. The diagnosis is generally… read more here.
Keywords: diagnosis; imported malaria; case; post mortem ... See more keywords
Spatiotemporal epidemiology of indigenous and imported malaria cases in Goa, western India
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DOI: 10.1186/s12936-024-05232-2
Abstract: The state of Goa in western India is world-renowned for its coastline and attracts millions of tourists across the world. Historically, Goa was among the malaria-endemic states in India, with Plasmodium vivax contributing to the… read more here.
Keywords: epidemiology; goa western; indigenous imported; malaria cases ... See more keywords
Imported malaria: a silent and forgotten threat in malaria free zones?
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DOI: 10.1186/s12936-025-05639-5
Abstract: Countries that declared free of malaria remain vulnerable to the reintroduction and re-establishment of malaria transmission, primarily triggered by the influx of imported malaria. This risk is particularly acute in regions with population movement from… read more here.
Keywords: imported case; surveillance; case surveillance; case ... See more keywords