The detection of cryptic Plasmodium infection among villagers in Attapeu province, Lao PDR.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Although the malaria burden in the Lao PDR has gradually decreased, the elimination of malaria by 2030 presents many challenges. Microscopy and malaria rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) are used to diagnose malaria in the Lao PDR; however, some studies have reported the prevalence of sub-microscopic Plasmodium infections or asymptomatic Plasmodium carriers in endemic areas. Thus, highly sensitive detection methods are needed to understand the precise malaria situation in these areas.

Methodology/principal findings

A cross-sectional malaria field survey was conducted in 3 highly endemic malaria districts (Xaysetha, Sanamxay, Phouvong) in Attapeu province, Lao PDR in 2015, to investigate the precise malaria endemicity in the area; 719 volunteers from these villages part

SUBMITTER: Iwagami M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5754130 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature