The effect of regularly dosed paracetamol versus no paracetamol on renal function in Plasmodium knowlesi malaria (PACKNOW): study protocol for a randomised controlled trial

The effect of regularly dosed paracetamol versus no paracetamol on renal function in Plasmodium knowlesi malaria (PACKNOW): study protocol for a randomised controlled trial

Abstract Background Plasmodium knowlesi is the most common cause of human malaria in Malaysia. Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a frequent complication. AKI of any cause can have long-term consequences, including increased risk of chronic kidney disease, adverse cardiovascular events and increased morta...

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Main Authors: Daniel J. Cooper, Katherine Plewes, Matthew J. Grigg, Giri S. Rajahram, Kim A. Piera, Timothy William, Mark D. Chatfield, Tsin Wen Yeo, Arjen M. Dondorp, Nicholas M. Anstey, Bridget E. Barber
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-04-01
Series:Trials
Subjects:
Malaria
Plasmodium knowlesi
Acute kidney injury
Paracetamol
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13063-018-2600-0

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