Thiamin deficiency and uncomplicated falciparum malaria in Laos.

OBJECTIVE: Thiamin deficiency complicates severe Plasmodium falciparum malaria in Thailand and may contribute to acidosis. We therefore estimated the frequency of biochemical thiamin deficiency in patients presenting with uncomplicated falciparum malaria in southern Laos. METHODS: Red cell transket...

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Main Authors: Mayxay, M, Taylor, A, Khanthavong, M, Keola, S, Pongvongsa, T, Phompida, S, Phetsouvanh, R, White, N, Newton, P
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2007