The prevalence of thrombocytopenia in plasmodium falciparum malaria in children at the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital, Uyo, Nigeria

Background: Thrombocytopenia occurring in falciparum malaria infection has been documented worldwide. However, its prevalence varies from place to place, and among different population groups studied. There is paucity of data on this in Nigerian children. Objectives: To determine the prevalence...

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Main Authors: Utuk EE, Ikpeme EE, Emodi IJ, Essien EM
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Paediatric Association of Nigeria 2024-07-01
Series:Nigerian Journal of Paediatrics
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Online Access:https://www.njpaediatrics.com/index.php/njp/article/view/365