Management of uncomplicated malaria in febrile under five-year-old children by community health workers in Madagascar: reliability of malaria rapid diagnostic tests

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Early diagnosis, as well as prompt and effective treatment of uncomplicated malaria, are essential components of the anti-malaria strategy in Madagascar to prevent severe malaria, reduce mortality and limit malaria transmission. The...

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Main Authors: Ratsimbasoa Arsène, Ravony Harintsoa, Vonimpaisomihanta Jeanne-Aimée, Raherinjafy Rogelin, Jahevitra Martial, Rapelanoro Rabenja, Rakotomanga Jean, Malvy Denis, Millet Pascal, Ménard Didier
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-03-01
Series:Malaria Journal
Online Access:http://www.malariajournal.com/content/11/1/85