Plasmodium falciparum genetic diversity and multiplicity of infection among asymptomatic and symptomatic malaria-infected individuals in Uganda

Plasmodium falciparum genetic diversity and multiplicity of infection among asymptomatic and symptomatic malaria-infected individuals in Uganda

Abstract Background Plasmodium falciparum (P. falciparum) remains a significant public health challenge globally, especially in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), where it accounts for 99% of all malaria infections. The outcomes of P. falciparum infection vary, ranging from asymptomatic to severe, and are as...

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Main Authors: Alex Mwesigwa, Moses Ocan, Bryan Cummings, Benson Musinguzi, Shahid Kiyaga, Steven M. Kiwuwa, Stephen Okoboi, Barbara Castelnuovo, Everd Maniple Bikaitwoha, Joan N. Kalyango, Charles Karamagi, Joaniter I. Nankabirwa, Samuel L. Nsobya, Pauline Byakika-Kibwika
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-11-01
Series:Tropical Medicine and Health
Subjects:
P. falciparum
Genetic diversity
Multiplicity of infection
Malaria
Uganda
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s41182-024-00656-7
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