Is chloroquine chemoprophylaxis still effective to prevent low birth weight? Results of a study in Benin

Is chloroquine chemoprophylaxis still effective to prevent low birth weight? Results of a study in Benin

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>In areas of stable transmission, malaria during pregnancy is associated with severe maternal and foetal outcomes, especially low birth weight (LBW). To prevent these complications, weekly chloroquine (CQ) chemoprophylaxis is now bein...

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Main Authors: Kiniffo Richard, Massougbodji Achille, Ayemonna Paul, Aubouy Agnès, Fievet Nadine, Denoeud Lise, Cot Michel
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2007-03-01
Series:Malaria Journal
Online Access:http://www.malariajournal.com/content/6/1/27

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