A case of babesiosis in a returning traveller

A case of babesiosis in a returning traveller

Human babesiosis data in Africa is scarce. The clinical presentation and parasite morphology mimics falciparum malaria infection. Diagnostic confirmation is informed by adequate history and communication with the laboratory to activate appropriate testing. This case report describes the course of a...

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Main Authors: James W. Mac Donald, John A. Frean, John M. Ratabane, Bhavani Moodley, Karissa Mannaru, Guillaume E. Holz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: AOSIS 2024-03-01
Series:Southern African Journal of Infectious Diseases
Subjects:
babesiosis
babesia microti
south africa
malaria
plasmodium falciparum.
Online Access:https://sajid.co.za/index.php/sajid/article/view/588

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