The document discusses enteric fevers such as typhoid and paratyphoid. It notes that typhoid occurs only in humans and causes around 21 million cases and 200k deaths worldwide each year. The causative agents are Salmonella typhi and Salmonella paratyphi. Symptoms of typhoid fever typically last 4 weeks and include rose colored spots, abdominal tenderness, diarrhea, and possible complications like bleeding or perforation. Diagnosis involves blood, stool, or bone marrow cultures. Treatment is with antibiotics like ceftriaxone for 14 days. Relapse can occur in 15% of cases.
This document discusses Babesia, a tick-borne protozoan parasite with a complex life cycle involving ticks and mammalian hosts. It causes babesiosis, also known as Texas cattle fever, in cattle and other animals. The parasite infects and lyses red blood cells, causing anemia. Clinical signs include fever, hemoglobinuria, jaundice and respiratory distress. Diagnosis involves microscopic examination of blood smears or serological tests. Control relies on reducing tick populations through acaricides and quarantining infected animals.
Ehrlichia are small, obligate intracellular parasites that infect white blood cells, particularly monocytes. They form clusters called morulae within the host cell. Ehrlichia species include E. sennetsu, E. caffeensis, E. phagocytophila, and E. canis. E. sennetsu causes glandular fever in Asia through fish consumption. E. phagocytophila causes human granulocytic ehrlichiosis through Ixodes ticks. E. caffeensis causes human monocytic ehrlichiosis through Amblyomma ticks. Ehrlichiosis is characterized by morulae in infected cells after 5-7 days. Most cases present as a mild acute fever but
Medical student study aid - List of viruses by family and by type of disease caused. Viruses are color-coded and organized by syndrome. Treatment information is included where available when chart was made.
Infectious canine hepatitis is an acute viral disease that causes inflammation of the liver in dogs. It is caused by a DNA adenovirus and spreads through contact with urine or feces of infected dogs. Clinical signs include fever, vomiting, diarrhea, and prolonged bleeding. The liver appears pale and mottled with hemorrhages upon examination. While there is no specific treatment, vaccination is highly effective in preventing the disease.
This document discusses Brucellosis, a zoonotic disease caused by bacteria from the Brucella genus. It notes that Brucellosis is endemic in many parts of the world, with six main species that can infect different animal hosts. The most common cause of human infection is B. melitensis from goats and sheep. Transmission occurs through contact with infected animals or consumption of unpasteurized dairy. Clinical presentation in humans is non-specific with fever being the most common symptom. Diagnosis involves blood cultures, serology or PCR. Treatment consists of a combination of doxycycline and rifampin or streptomycin for 6 weeks. Control relies on vaccination of livestock and pasteurization
The document discusses Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), which can cause infectious mononucleosis and is associated with cancers like Burkitt's lymphoma and nasopharyngeal carcinoma. EBV exists in three phases - latent, early, and late - and is transmitted through saliva. It infects B cells and sometimes escapes immune surveillance, causing proliferation. Diagnosis of EBV infections involves detecting heterophil antibodies through tests like Paul-Bunnell and Davidsohn differential. EBV-specific antibody testing provides further confirmation.
This document provides an overview of hepatitis A-E viruses. It discusses the source and route of transmission for each virus type. Hepatitis A is transmitted via the fecal-oral route, while hepatitis B-D are transmitted via blood and blood-derived body fluids. Hepatitis E is also transmitted via the fecal-oral route. The viruses differ in their ability to cause chronic infection, with hepatitis B and C most likely to result in chronic infection. Prevention strategies include immunization, screening of blood donors, and ensuring safe drinking water and food hygiene.
This document discusses Brucella and Pasteurella bacteria. Brucella causes brucellosis/Malta fever, a zoonotic disease transmitted from animals to humans through ingestion of infected milk or direct contact. It can infect any organ and cause non-specific symptoms like fever and fatigue. Pasteurella multocida is commonly found in the mouths of pets and can cause localized infections or sepsis in immunocompromised individuals following a bite or scratch. Treatment involves antibiotics like rifampin/tetracyclines for Brucella and penicillin for Pasteurella.
This document discusses Babesia, a tick-borne protozoan parasite with a complex life cycle involving ticks and mammalian hosts. It causes babesiosis, also known as Texas cattle fever, in cattle and other animals. The parasite infects and lyses red blood cells, causing anemia. Clinical signs include fever, hemoglobinuria, jaundice and respiratory distress. Diagnosis involves microscopic examination of blood smears or serological tests. Control relies on reducing tick populations through acaricides and quarantining infected animals.
Ehrlichia are small, obligate intracellular parasites that infect white blood cells, particularly monocytes. They form clusters called morulae within the host cell. Ehrlichia species include E. sennetsu, E. caffeensis, E. phagocytophila, and E. canis. E. sennetsu causes glandular fever in Asia through fish consumption. E. phagocytophila causes human granulocytic ehrlichiosis through Ixodes ticks. E. caffeensis causes human monocytic ehrlichiosis through Amblyomma ticks. Ehrlichiosis is characterized by morulae in infected cells after 5-7 days. Most cases present as a mild acute fever but
Medical student study aid - List of viruses by family and by type of disease caused. Viruses are color-coded and organized by syndrome. Treatment information is included where available when chart was made.
Infectious canine hepatitis is an acute viral disease that causes inflammation of the liver in dogs. It is caused by a DNA adenovirus and spreads through contact with urine or feces of infected dogs. Clinical signs include fever, vomiting, diarrhea, and prolonged bleeding. The liver appears pale and mottled with hemorrhages upon examination. While there is no specific treatment, vaccination is highly effective in preventing the disease.
This document discusses Brucellosis, a zoonotic disease caused by bacteria from the Brucella genus. It notes that Brucellosis is endemic in many parts of the world, with six main species that can infect different animal hosts. The most common cause of human infection is B. melitensis from goats and sheep. Transmission occurs through contact with infected animals or consumption of unpasteurized dairy. Clinical presentation in humans is non-specific with fever being the most common symptom. Diagnosis involves blood cultures, serology or PCR. Treatment consists of a combination of doxycycline and rifampin or streptomycin for 6 weeks. Control relies on vaccination of livestock and pasteurization
The document discusses Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), which can cause infectious mononucleosis and is associated with cancers like Burkitt's lymphoma and nasopharyngeal carcinoma. EBV exists in three phases - latent, early, and late - and is transmitted through saliva. It infects B cells and sometimes escapes immune surveillance, causing proliferation. Diagnosis of EBV infections involves detecting heterophil antibodies through tests like Paul-Bunnell and Davidsohn differential. EBV-specific antibody testing provides further confirmation.
This document provides an overview of hepatitis A-E viruses. It discusses the source and route of transmission for each virus type. Hepatitis A is transmitted via the fecal-oral route, while hepatitis B-D are transmitted via blood and blood-derived body fluids. Hepatitis E is also transmitted via the fecal-oral route. The viruses differ in their ability to cause chronic infection, with hepatitis B and C most likely to result in chronic infection. Prevention strategies include immunization, screening of blood donors, and ensuring safe drinking water and food hygiene.
This document discusses Brucella and Pasteurella bacteria. Brucella causes brucellosis/Malta fever, a zoonotic disease transmitted from animals to humans through ingestion of infected milk or direct contact. It can infect any organ and cause non-specific symptoms like fever and fatigue. Pasteurella multocida is commonly found in the mouths of pets and can cause localized infections or sepsis in immunocompromised individuals following a bite or scratch. Treatment involves antibiotics like rifampin/tetracyclines for Brucella and penicillin for Pasteurella.
Shigellosis is caused by Shigella bacteria and spreads through fecal-oral contact. It causes bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever. Complications can include bacteremia and hemolytic-uremic syndrome. Treatment focuses on rehydration and antibiotics like co-trimoxazole or ciprofloxacin for 5 days.
The document discusses the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of acute and persistent diarrhea. It covers invasive and non-invasive bacterial causes including Campylobacter, Salmonella, Shigella, Vibrio parahaemolyticus and E. coli. It also discusses viral, parasitic, toxin-induced and antibiotic-associated causes. Empirical antibiotic treatment and management of diarrhea in immunocompromised patients such as those with AIDS is described.
Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver that can be caused by viruses, alcohol, drugs, toxins and autoimmune diseases. There are 5 main types of viral hepatitis: Hepatitis A, B, C, D and E. Hepatitis A and E are typically acute but Hepatitis B, C and D can be acute or chronic. Chronic hepatitis B and C can lead to cirrhosis and liver cancer. Symptoms are similar to the flu. Treatment depends on the cause but involves rest, proper nutrition, fluid maintenance and medications to treat the virus in some cases. Education is important to prevent transmission.
This document discusses recent advances in the diagnosis of chronic hepatitis. It defines chronic hepatitis as liver inflammation and necrosis that continues for over 6 months. The main causes of chronic hepatitis discussed are viral hepatitis (HBV, HCV, HDV), alcohol, autoimmunity, drugs, and other rare genetic conditions. New diagnostic techniques described include non-invasive tests like FibroTest, ActiTest, and NASHtest which analyze serum biomarkers, as well as proteomics which studies differences in protein expression between healthy and diseased tissue. Invasive techniques like liver biopsy are still the gold standard but these new methods provide alternatives to evaluate liver fibrosis and inflammation.
Empiric Antibiotic Management for Major Infections at MSKCCderosaMSKCC
This document provides guidance from an infectious diseases physician on various clinical scenarios including:
- Consult service responsibilities and guidelines
- Common infections such as pneumonia, urinary tract infections, intra-abdominal infections, and neutropenic fever
- Workups and empiric antibiotic recommendations for different infections
- Notes on specific pathogens like C. difficile, MRSA, and issues around reported penicillin allergies
The document aims to help clinicians efficiently diagnose and treat common infections at the institution.
Brucellosis is caused by bacteria of the genus Brucella that can infect both animals and humans. It is a zoonotic disease transmitted through contact with infected animals or consumption of unpasteurized dairy products. In humans, it causes non-specific symptoms like fever, joint pain, and fatigue. Diagnosis involves blood cultures and serology. Treatment consists of a combination of doxycycline and rifampin or streptomycin for 6 weeks to prevent relapse. Vaccination of animals and pasteurization of dairy products are important for prevention.
Yersinia pseudotuberculosis is a gram-negative bacterium that can cause pseudotuberculosis in humans. It is commonly transmitted through contaminated food and water. Symptoms include abdominal pain, fever, and diarrhea. Left untreated, it can spread from the intestines to other organs. Diagnosis involves culture of stool or blood samples. Treatment involves antibiotics like ciprofloxacin or ceftriaxone for 1-2 weeks.
The document describes three case studies of patients presenting with hepatitis. The first case involves a man who returned from Thailand with fatigue, nausea and abdominal discomfort. The second case is a pregnant woman who was a former heroin addict and had shared needles. The third case is a man who developed jaundice six months after coronary bypass surgery. The document then provides information about hepatitis A, B and C viruses, including their structures, modes of transmission, clinical presentations and approaches to diagnosis.
The document summarizes an AIDS Clinical Rounds presentation on infectious diseases. The presentation provides the most current research, clinical practices, and trends in HIV, HBV, HCV, TB and other infectious diseases of global significance. The slides are intended for educational purposes of the audience and may not be used without the presenter's permission.
This document summarizes key information about Parvovirus B19, including its classification, structure, replication cycle, infections it causes in humans, transmission, diagnosis and prevention. Parvovirus B19 is the smallest known human virus that causes Fifth disease in children characterized by a rash on the face and limbs. It can also cause transient aplastic crisis in people with sickle cell disease or other hemolytic anemias by suppressing bone marrow function. Diagnosis involves detecting viral antigens, genomic DNA or antibodies in serum. Prevention relies on hygiene practices and infection control.
The document summarizes different types of hepatitis viruses (A-E and G). It provides details on the structure, transmission, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and treatment of Hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E. Hepatitis A and E cause acute liver infection spread through contaminated food or water. Hepatitis B, C, and D can result in chronic infection and lead to cirrhosis or liver cancer. While symptoms vary, jaundice is common. Diagnosis involves antibody, antigen, or nucleic acid detection. Prevention relies on vaccination, safe blood supply, and hygiene.
The document discusses several cases of parasitic infections:
1. A case of giardiasis in a professor and his son who became ill after camping in Colorado and likely consuming contaminated stream water.
2. A missionary who became ill with amebiasis 3 months after returning from South Africa, presenting with abdominal symptoms and found to have ulcerations caused by Entamoeba histolytica on sigmoidoscopy.
3. A businessman who became ill after a trip to Brazil and was found to have toxoplasmosis based on positive serology, responding well to treatment.
Rabies is a viral disease that affects the central nervous system of warm-blooded animals. It is transmitted primarily through bites from rabid animals. In this document, rabies is defined and its symptoms and transmission are described. Key points include that rabies causes aggression and paralysis in infected animals and is often fatal. It has an incubation period of weeks to months. The virus can be found in an infected animal's saliva, brain, and spinal cord tissue. A diagnosis requires finding Negri bodies in brain tissue or isolating the virus through animal inoculation. Rabies occurs worldwide except in certain countries and regions.
Brucella is a gram-negative, intracellular bacteria that causes brucellosis (undulant fever) in humans and various animal diseases. The disease is transmitted through contact with infected animals or consumption of unpasteurized dairy. Symptoms in humans are non-specific and include fever, weakness, and joint/back pain. Diagnosis involves blood tests and isolation of the bacteria. Treatment consists of a combination of doxycycline and streptomycin or rifampin for several weeks.
This document discusses Aujeszky's disease, a viral infection that primarily affects pigs. It is caused by a herpesvirus that can infect many mammal and bird species. Pigs act as reservoirs and can transmit the virus through skin breaks or aerosols. Clinical signs in pigs include fever, nervous symptoms, and reproductive issues. Diagnosis involves virus isolation from tissues or secretions and serological tests. There is no treatment, so control relies on quarantine, disinfection, and vaccination in some countries to reduce prevalence.
Approach to acute febrile illness in Tropical regions YMC Medicine
1. Acute undifferentiated febrile illness (AUFI) refers to fever without localizing signs for less than 14 days, which is common in tropical regions and can be caused by various infections.
2. A rational approach to evaluating AUFI involves collecting epidemiological information, clinical examination, and sequential laboratory testing to identify the cause.
3. Common etiologies of AUFI in tropical regions include malaria, dengue, enteric fever, leptospirosis, scrub typhus, and rickettsioses. Clinical features and complications can overlap between these illnesses.
Swine fever, also known as hog cholera, is a highly contagious viral disease of pigs characterized by sudden onset, high mortality rates, and internal hemorrhaging. The disease is caused by a pestivirus and spreads rapidly among pigs of all ages. Clinical signs include high fever, vomiting, diarrhea, skin discoloration, and central nervous system issues. At the microscopic level, the disease causes degeneration of blood vessels and hemorrhaging in various organs. Diagnosis involves virus isolation, PCR testing, and serological analysis. There is no treatment available, so control relies on vaccination and prohibiting feeding of uncooked garbage to pigs.
Parvoviruses are the smallest DNA viruses, including human parvovirus B19. B19 is pathogenic in humans, infecting erythroid progenitor cells and causing fifth disease in children characterized by a rash. It can also cause aplastic crisis, hydrops fetalis in fetuses, and chronic anemia in immunocompromised patients. Diagnosis involves detecting IgG and IgM antibodies by ELISA or PCR to detect the virus. There is no treatment, though a vaccine is in clinical trials.
Dengue fever- clinical features,investigations, diagnosis, treatment and prev...DeepakBhosle
This presentation is for medical students and general practitioner It contains detailed account of epidemiology, causation, clinical features, investigations,diagnosis, treatment of dengue fever. contains pictures. useful latest and comprehensive information about Dengue. It also contains dengue case definitions of WHO.It also lists the complications of dengue. It enumerates the warning signs for more severe form of dengue fever. Includes risk factors for dengue shock syndrome and dengue hemorrhagic fever.It includes a list if clinical markers of dengue. Also details about the habits of the dengue vector , aedes aegypti mosquito
This document discusses feline panleukopenia, a severe and highly contagious viral disease of cats. It is caused by the feline parvovirus (FPV) and causes gastrointestinal symptoms and panleukopenia (low white blood cell count). Clinical signs include vomiting, diarrhea, and depression. It is most severe in unvaccinated kittens under 4 months old, with mortality rates as high as 90%. Diagnosis involves identification of clinical signs, low white blood cell count, and detection of the virus or antibodies. Vaccination is the only way to fully control the disease.
Common intestinal helminths and protozoa infect millions worldwide, especially in low and middle income countries with poor sanitation. The four main soil-transmitted intestinal worms are Ascaris lumbricoides, Trichuris trichiura, Ancylostoma duodenale, and Necator americanus. A. lumbricoides is the most prevalent worm globally and causes malnutrition and obstruction. Ancylostoma duodenale and N. americanus are hookworms that infect through skin penetration and commonly cause anemia. Transmission occurs through ingestion of worm eggs from contaminated food, water, or soil. Symptoms often include abdominal pain and diarrhea. Diagnosis is via stool examination and
This document discusses pyrexia of unknown origin (PUO). It defines PUO and outlines the most common causes, which include infections, malignancies, and connective tissue disorders. It recommends a step-wise approach to evaluation, including detailed history, physical exam, blood tests, imaging, and potentially biopsies. Initial testing should include blood cultures, urine analysis, chest x-ray, and basic blood work. Further evaluation may include additional imaging, rheumatologic testing, and tissue biopsies if a diagnosis is not found within 3 weeks. The most common infections are mononucleosis, pneumonia, and tuberculosis, while the most frequent malignancies are lymphomas and leukemias.
Shigellosis is caused by Shigella bacteria and spreads through fecal-oral contact. It causes bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever. Complications can include bacteremia and hemolytic-uremic syndrome. Treatment focuses on rehydration and antibiotics like co-trimoxazole or ciprofloxacin for 5 days.
The document discusses the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of acute and persistent diarrhea. It covers invasive and non-invasive bacterial causes including Campylobacter, Salmonella, Shigella, Vibrio parahaemolyticus and E. coli. It also discusses viral, parasitic, toxin-induced and antibiotic-associated causes. Empirical antibiotic treatment and management of diarrhea in immunocompromised patients such as those with AIDS is described.
Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver that can be caused by viruses, alcohol, drugs, toxins and autoimmune diseases. There are 5 main types of viral hepatitis: Hepatitis A, B, C, D and E. Hepatitis A and E are typically acute but Hepatitis B, C and D can be acute or chronic. Chronic hepatitis B and C can lead to cirrhosis and liver cancer. Symptoms are similar to the flu. Treatment depends on the cause but involves rest, proper nutrition, fluid maintenance and medications to treat the virus in some cases. Education is important to prevent transmission.
This document discusses recent advances in the diagnosis of chronic hepatitis. It defines chronic hepatitis as liver inflammation and necrosis that continues for over 6 months. The main causes of chronic hepatitis discussed are viral hepatitis (HBV, HCV, HDV), alcohol, autoimmunity, drugs, and other rare genetic conditions. New diagnostic techniques described include non-invasive tests like FibroTest, ActiTest, and NASHtest which analyze serum biomarkers, as well as proteomics which studies differences in protein expression between healthy and diseased tissue. Invasive techniques like liver biopsy are still the gold standard but these new methods provide alternatives to evaluate liver fibrosis and inflammation.
Empiric Antibiotic Management for Major Infections at MSKCCderosaMSKCC
This document provides guidance from an infectious diseases physician on various clinical scenarios including:
- Consult service responsibilities and guidelines
- Common infections such as pneumonia, urinary tract infections, intra-abdominal infections, and neutropenic fever
- Workups and empiric antibiotic recommendations for different infections
- Notes on specific pathogens like C. difficile, MRSA, and issues around reported penicillin allergies
The document aims to help clinicians efficiently diagnose and treat common infections at the institution.
Brucellosis is caused by bacteria of the genus Brucella that can infect both animals and humans. It is a zoonotic disease transmitted through contact with infected animals or consumption of unpasteurized dairy products. In humans, it causes non-specific symptoms like fever, joint pain, and fatigue. Diagnosis involves blood cultures and serology. Treatment consists of a combination of doxycycline and rifampin or streptomycin for 6 weeks to prevent relapse. Vaccination of animals and pasteurization of dairy products are important for prevention.
Yersinia pseudotuberculosis is a gram-negative bacterium that can cause pseudotuberculosis in humans. It is commonly transmitted through contaminated food and water. Symptoms include abdominal pain, fever, and diarrhea. Left untreated, it can spread from the intestines to other organs. Diagnosis involves culture of stool or blood samples. Treatment involves antibiotics like ciprofloxacin or ceftriaxone for 1-2 weeks.
The document describes three case studies of patients presenting with hepatitis. The first case involves a man who returned from Thailand with fatigue, nausea and abdominal discomfort. The second case is a pregnant woman who was a former heroin addict and had shared needles. The third case is a man who developed jaundice six months after coronary bypass surgery. The document then provides information about hepatitis A, B and C viruses, including their structures, modes of transmission, clinical presentations and approaches to diagnosis.
The document summarizes an AIDS Clinical Rounds presentation on infectious diseases. The presentation provides the most current research, clinical practices, and trends in HIV, HBV, HCV, TB and other infectious diseases of global significance. The slides are intended for educational purposes of the audience and may not be used without the presenter's permission.
This document summarizes key information about Parvovirus B19, including its classification, structure, replication cycle, infections it causes in humans, transmission, diagnosis and prevention. Parvovirus B19 is the smallest known human virus that causes Fifth disease in children characterized by a rash on the face and limbs. It can also cause transient aplastic crisis in people with sickle cell disease or other hemolytic anemias by suppressing bone marrow function. Diagnosis involves detecting viral antigens, genomic DNA or antibodies in serum. Prevention relies on hygiene practices and infection control.
The document summarizes different types of hepatitis viruses (A-E and G). It provides details on the structure, transmission, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and treatment of Hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E. Hepatitis A and E cause acute liver infection spread through contaminated food or water. Hepatitis B, C, and D can result in chronic infection and lead to cirrhosis or liver cancer. While symptoms vary, jaundice is common. Diagnosis involves antibody, antigen, or nucleic acid detection. Prevention relies on vaccination, safe blood supply, and hygiene.
The document discusses several cases of parasitic infections:
1. A case of giardiasis in a professor and his son who became ill after camping in Colorado and likely consuming contaminated stream water.
2. A missionary who became ill with amebiasis 3 months after returning from South Africa, presenting with abdominal symptoms and found to have ulcerations caused by Entamoeba histolytica on sigmoidoscopy.
3. A businessman who became ill after a trip to Brazil and was found to have toxoplasmosis based on positive serology, responding well to treatment.
Rabies is a viral disease that affects the central nervous system of warm-blooded animals. It is transmitted primarily through bites from rabid animals. In this document, rabies is defined and its symptoms and transmission are described. Key points include that rabies causes aggression and paralysis in infected animals and is often fatal. It has an incubation period of weeks to months. The virus can be found in an infected animal's saliva, brain, and spinal cord tissue. A diagnosis requires finding Negri bodies in brain tissue or isolating the virus through animal inoculation. Rabies occurs worldwide except in certain countries and regions.
Brucella is a gram-negative, intracellular bacteria that causes brucellosis (undulant fever) in humans and various animal diseases. The disease is transmitted through contact with infected animals or consumption of unpasteurized dairy. Symptoms in humans are non-specific and include fever, weakness, and joint/back pain. Diagnosis involves blood tests and isolation of the bacteria. Treatment consists of a combination of doxycycline and streptomycin or rifampin for several weeks.
This document discusses Aujeszky's disease, a viral infection that primarily affects pigs. It is caused by a herpesvirus that can infect many mammal and bird species. Pigs act as reservoirs and can transmit the virus through skin breaks or aerosols. Clinical signs in pigs include fever, nervous symptoms, and reproductive issues. Diagnosis involves virus isolation from tissues or secretions and serological tests. There is no treatment, so control relies on quarantine, disinfection, and vaccination in some countries to reduce prevalence.
Approach to acute febrile illness in Tropical regions YMC Medicine
1. Acute undifferentiated febrile illness (AUFI) refers to fever without localizing signs for less than 14 days, which is common in tropical regions and can be caused by various infections.
2. A rational approach to evaluating AUFI involves collecting epidemiological information, clinical examination, and sequential laboratory testing to identify the cause.
3. Common etiologies of AUFI in tropical regions include malaria, dengue, enteric fever, leptospirosis, scrub typhus, and rickettsioses. Clinical features and complications can overlap between these illnesses.
Swine fever, also known as hog cholera, is a highly contagious viral disease of pigs characterized by sudden onset, high mortality rates, and internal hemorrhaging. The disease is caused by a pestivirus and spreads rapidly among pigs of all ages. Clinical signs include high fever, vomiting, diarrhea, skin discoloration, and central nervous system issues. At the microscopic level, the disease causes degeneration of blood vessels and hemorrhaging in various organs. Diagnosis involves virus isolation, PCR testing, and serological analysis. There is no treatment available, so control relies on vaccination and prohibiting feeding of uncooked garbage to pigs.
Parvoviruses are the smallest DNA viruses, including human parvovirus B19. B19 is pathogenic in humans, infecting erythroid progenitor cells and causing fifth disease in children characterized by a rash. It can also cause aplastic crisis, hydrops fetalis in fetuses, and chronic anemia in immunocompromised patients. Diagnosis involves detecting IgG and IgM antibodies by ELISA or PCR to detect the virus. There is no treatment, though a vaccine is in clinical trials.
Dengue fever- clinical features,investigations, diagnosis, treatment and prev...DeepakBhosle
This presentation is for medical students and general practitioner It contains detailed account of epidemiology, causation, clinical features, investigations,diagnosis, treatment of dengue fever. contains pictures. useful latest and comprehensive information about Dengue. It also contains dengue case definitions of WHO.It also lists the complications of dengue. It enumerates the warning signs for more severe form of dengue fever. Includes risk factors for dengue shock syndrome and dengue hemorrhagic fever.It includes a list if clinical markers of dengue. Also details about the habits of the dengue vector , aedes aegypti mosquito
This document discusses feline panleukopenia, a severe and highly contagious viral disease of cats. It is caused by the feline parvovirus (FPV) and causes gastrointestinal symptoms and panleukopenia (low white blood cell count). Clinical signs include vomiting, diarrhea, and depression. It is most severe in unvaccinated kittens under 4 months old, with mortality rates as high as 90%. Diagnosis involves identification of clinical signs, low white blood cell count, and detection of the virus or antibodies. Vaccination is the only way to fully control the disease.
Common intestinal helminths and protozoa infect millions worldwide, especially in low and middle income countries with poor sanitation. The four main soil-transmitted intestinal worms are Ascaris lumbricoides, Trichuris trichiura, Ancylostoma duodenale, and Necator americanus. A. lumbricoides is the most prevalent worm globally and causes malnutrition and obstruction. Ancylostoma duodenale and N. americanus are hookworms that infect through skin penetration and commonly cause anemia. Transmission occurs through ingestion of worm eggs from contaminated food, water, or soil. Symptoms often include abdominal pain and diarrhea. Diagnosis is via stool examination and
This document discusses pyrexia of unknown origin (PUO). It defines PUO and outlines the most common causes, which include infections, malignancies, and connective tissue disorders. It recommends a step-wise approach to evaluation, including detailed history, physical exam, blood tests, imaging, and potentially biopsies. Initial testing should include blood cultures, urine analysis, chest x-ray, and basic blood work. Further evaluation may include additional imaging, rheumatologic testing, and tissue biopsies if a diagnosis is not found within 3 weeks. The most common infections are mononucleosis, pneumonia, and tuberculosis, while the most frequent malignancies are lymphomas and leukemias.
This document discusses diarrhea among under-5 children. It notes that diarrhea is the second largest killer of under-5s globally, responsible for over 15,000 deaths annually in Bangladesh. The main types of diarrhea discussed are acute watery diarrhea, acute invasive diarrhea/dysentery, and persistent diarrhea. Key causes include rotavirus, ETEC, Shigella, and various bacteria and parasites. Prevention through oral rehydration therapy, breastfeeding, handwashing, vaccination and improved nutrition and sanitation is emphasized.
The disease most likely to be transmitted through drinking water from this contaminated well is typhoid. Typhoid is caused by the bacterium Salmonella Typhi and is often spread through contaminated water or food. Flies can carry the bacteria from the unsanitary latrine to the nearby well water, allowing transmission of typhoid to those who drink the water.
Dengue fever is caused by the dengue virus, which is transmitted by mosquitoes. It causes flu-like symptoms and sometimes a severe form called dengue hemorrhagic fever. There are four subtypes of the dengue virus. The primary vector is the Aedes aegypti mosquito. Dengue is widespread in tropical and subtropical regions. While most cases resolve without complications, a small percentage can progress to dengue hemorrhagic fever involving bleeding and shock. Intensive fluid replacement and monitoring are the main treatments to prevent shock. There is currently no vaccine available for dengue fever.
This document provides information on diarrhea among under-5 children. It discusses key facts about diarrhea including that it is the second largest killer of under-5s globally, responsible for over 750,000 deaths in 2013. Diarrhea is both preventable and treatable through measures like safe water, sanitation, breastfeeding, and oral rehydration therapy. The document also summarizes the main causes and classifications of diarrhea, including acute watery diarrhea, acute invasive diarrhea/dysentery, and persistent diarrhea. It highlights the importance of continued feeding during diarrhea to prevent malnutrition.
This document discusses diseases that affect poultry. It describes ante mortem inspection procedures conducted on farms before birds are transported to slaughterhouses. Veterinarians examine flocks and issue certificates to determine if birds require special handling. The document outlines notifiable diseases according to OIE lists and details inspection procedures at slaughterhouses. It provides information on several bacterial, viral and parasitic diseases that impact poultry, including salmonellosis, fowl typhoid, tuberculosis, colibacillosis and mycoplasmosis. Zoonotic potential and meat condemnation policies are discussed for major diseases.
Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver that is characterized by the presence of inflammatory cells in liver tissue. There are multiple causes of hepatitis including viral, chemical, autoimmune and metabolic. The main viruses that cause hepatitis are hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E viruses. Hepatitis A virus is transmitted through the fecal-oral route and causes an acute infection. Hepatitis B and C viruses are transmitted through blood and bodily fluids and can cause both acute and chronic infections. Hepatitis D virus only occurs in those already infected with hepatitis B. Prevention strategies include vaccination, harm reduction education, and screening of blood and organ donors.
This document provides information on diarrhea among under-5 children. It discusses the global burden of diarrhea, key facts about diarrhea including causes and prevention. Specific diarrheal pathogens like rotavirus, cholera, and giardiasis are explained. Treatment of acute watery diarrhea and dysentery are also summarized. The document emphasizes continued feeding and oral rehydration therapy in treating diarrhea.
This document provides information on respiratory infections (ARIs) in children under 5 years old. It defines ARI and describes the signs of respiratory distress. It discusses the anatomy of the respiratory tract and the normal defenses against infection. It outlines the common causes and sites of ARI, noting that children often have multiple simultaneous infections. Viruses are a leading cause, along with bacteria like Streptococcus pneumoniae. ARI spreads rapidly in children due to anatomical factors. Pneumonia is a major global killer of children, with most deaths occurring in developing countries from treatable bacterial infections. Clinical assessment of ARI focuses on respiratory rate, chest indrawing, and general danger signs. Management follows IMCI guidelines.
Spirochetes are elongated, motile bacteria that are twisted in a spiral shape along their long axis. They are found in the genera Treponema, Borrelia, and Leptospira, which include human pathogens. Treponema species cause diseases like syphilis, yaws, pinta, and endemic syphilis. Treponema pallidum specifically causes syphilis, which has primary, secondary, and tertiary stages and can also be congenital. Syphilis is diagnosed through microscopy, serology tests, and symptoms. Treatment involves penicillin or erythromycin. Borrelia species can cause relapsing fever and Lyme disease.
Salmonella bacteria can cause typhoid fever, a systemic illness characterized by prolonged fever. S. Typhi and S. Paratyphi infect only humans, spreading through food/water contaminated by carriers. Typhoid fever affects millions annually and kills hundreds of thousands without treatment. Diagnosis involves blood/stool cultures and serology. Treatment includes antibiotics like ciprofloxacin. Vaccines can help prevent typhoid in endemic areas.
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This document discusses leishmaniasis, a parasitic disease caused by Leishmania. It provides information on the three main clinical syndromes: cutaneous leishmaniasis, mucocutaneous leishmaniasis, and visceral leishmaniasis (VL), also known as kala azar. VL is the most severe form and is a major health problem in India, Bangladesh, and Nepal, with hundreds of thousands of new cases annually. The document outlines the clinical presentation of VL, which includes fever, weight loss, splenomegaly, and pancytopenia. It also discusses atypical presentations, diagnosis, epidemiology, life cycle and transmission of Leishmania parasites. Control
Common gut parasites that infect humans include helminths (worms) and protozoa. Four main soil-transmitted helminths that can infect the gut are Ascaris lumbricoides, Trichuris trichiura, Ancylostoma duodenale, and Necator americanus. Ascaris is the most widespread human gut nematode found primarily in tropical areas with poor sanitation. It has an indirect life cycle where eggs passed in feces must mature in soil before being infectious. Symptoms are often mild but can include abdominal pain and obstruction. Diagnosis is by finding eggs in stool and treatment involves anthelmintic drugs. Löeffler syndrome is a rare lung condition
Staphylococci are Gram positive cocci that commonly cause localized suppurative lesions. Staphylococcus aureus is an important pathogenic species that can cause a variety of infections like food poisoning, toxic shock syndrome, and nosocomial infections. S. aureus has developed resistance to many antibiotics like penicillin through production of beta-lactamases. Methicillin resistant S. aureus strains are a major concern as they are resistant even to methicillin and related antibiotics.
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The document discusses the liver and chronic liver disease. It begins by describing liver anatomy and function. It then discusses various causes of cirrhosis and portal hypertension, including infections, genetic disorders, bile duct blockages, drugs/toxins, and alcoholic liver disease. Symptoms of chronic liver disease are described, ranging from early fatigue to later jaundice, edema, and risk of liver cancer. Complications of cirrhosis like ascites and varices are also outlined. The diagnosis and treatment of chronic liver disease focuses on managing underlying causes, preventing further damage, and treating complications.
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1. Immunization is a process that uses vaccines to stimulate immunity against infectious diseases. It has proven effective at controlling and eliminating diseases like smallpox.
2. Major vaccine-preventable diseases that kill children include measles, polio, pertussis, Hib, and pneumococcal diseases. Immunization is one of the most cost-effective health interventions.
3. The document then provides details on specific diseases like pertussis, its symptoms, complications, and treatment with antibiotics or immunization. It emphasizes the importance of clinical diagnosis and avoiding severe outcomes in infants.
The document discusses diarrhea as a leading cause of death among children under 5, providing statistics on prevalence and causes of different types of diarrhea like acute watery diarrhea, acute invasive diarrhea, and persistent diarrhea. It outlines signs and symptoms, causes, complications, and treatments for different forms of diarrhea. The document emphasizes the importance of oral rehydration therapy and continued feeding to treat diarrhea and prevent more serious outcomes like dehydration and malnutrition.
This document discusses infant feeding principles and the benefits of exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months. It provides information on breastmilk composition, the importance of early initiation and exclusive breastfeeding, positioning and attachment for breastfeeding, and challenges and difficulties some mothers may face. The document emphasizes that breastmilk provides ideal nutrition and protection against illness for infants and has numerous health, developmental and economic benefits for both mother and baby.
The document provides information on acute respiratory infections (ARIs) in children under 5 years old. It discusses the definition of ARIs, signs of respiratory distress, normal respiratory defense mechanisms, how ARIs spread rapidly in children, common sites of infection, etiological agents, how ARIs harm children, the relationship between ARIs and malnutrition, methods for assessing and classifying pneumonia severity according to IMCI guidelines, treatment principles including antibiotics and other supportive care, prevention strategies, and acute epiglottitis.
The document summarizes health programs and progress in Bangladesh. It notes that Bangladesh has achieved significant reductions in under-5 and maternal mortality rates through effective interventions. Key interventions include oral rehydration therapy for diarrhea, immunizations, integrated management of childhood illness, and newborn health programs. Bangladesh has also seen major declines in malnutrition and fertility rates. Overall, Bangladesh has made major improvements in health indicators through the efforts of the government and development partners.
The document discusses Dengue fever (DF), a mosquito-borne viral disease. It provides details on the history, transmission, clinical presentation, diagnosis and treatment of DF. DF is common in tropical and sub-tropical regions and is caused by the dengue virus, which has four serotypes. While most cases are mild, infection with a second serotype increases the risk of severe dengue which can be fatal if not properly treated through fluid resuscitation. Prevention relies on controlling the mosquito vectors and avoiding mosquito bites. There is no vaccine available for all four serotypes.
- The document discusses hepatitis and acute liver failure. It notes that hepatitis viruses like hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E can cause hepatitis and affect millions worldwide, killing 1.4 million people per year. Hepatitis A is commonly the cause in children, while hepatitis B and C can lead to liver cancer and chronic liver disease.
- It provides information on the functions of the liver, defines hepatitis as inflammation of the liver that can be self-limiting or progress to fibrosis, and lists the various causes of infectious and non-infectious hepatitis. Hepatitis B in particular is described in terms of epidemiology, transmission, pathogenesis, and interpretation of hepatitis B markers.
This document provides information about renal diseases. It notes that kidney disease can be a silent killer but childhood nephrotic syndrome is mostly curable and acute post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis (APSGN) mostly recovers and does not recur. It also discusses hematuria in children, age-related kidney diseases, preventing acute renal failure (ARF), and learning objectives about renal diseases.
CXR is a commonly performed imaging test that uses ionizing radiation to visualize the inside of the body. It is useful for diagnosing and treating conditions. A standard CXR involves exposing the chest to a small dose of radiation for less than half a second to produce images. It requires no special preparation and carries minimal risk when used appropriately. The CXR must be evaluated systematically by examining bones, the heart, lungs, mediastinum, diaphragm and soft tissues to identify any abnormalities.
This document discusses various B vitamins, including their sources, functions, deficiency symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. It provides details on thiamine (B1) and its role in energy production. Deficiencies of B1 can cause beriberi, which presents as acute or chronic peripheral neuropathy. It also covers riboflavin (B2) and its role in redox reactions as part of FAD. Riboflavin deficiency can result in ariboflavinosis with mouth sores and dermatitis. The document provides recommendations to prevent deficiencies through a balanced diet and vitamin supplements when needed.
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This document discusses childhood injuries and accidents in children. Some key points:
- Injuries are unintentional or intentional damage to the body from things like thermal, mechanical, electrical or chemical energy.
- 95% of childhood injuries occur in low and middle income countries. Drowning is a major killer, especially in these countries.
- Injuries account for 14% of all childhood deaths globally. Road traffic accidents, drowning, falls and burns are among the leading causes.
- Childhood injuries place a significant burden on families and healthcare systems. Many result in lifelong disabilities or even death. Prevention programs can save over 1,000 child lives per day.
This document provides information about immunization against various infectious diseases. It discusses the importance of immunization in preventing millions of deaths per year from diseases like measles, polio, diphtheria, and pertussis. The document outlines the target diseases for immunization programs in Bangladesh and other vaccines available in the country. It also discusses vaccines still in development and provides details on diseases like pertussis, diphtheria, and poliomyelitis, including causes, symptoms, treatment and complications.
This document discusses infant feeding guidelines and the benefits of breastfeeding. It provides the following key points:
1) Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended for the first 6 months as breastmilk provides ideal nutrition and protects infants from illness. Undernutrition contributes to 45% of under-5 mortality globally.
2) Breastfeeding has significant health benefits for both mother and baby, including reducing the risks of obesity, diabetes, breast and ovarian cancer. It improves cognitive development and results in economic gains.
3) Proper breastfeeding techniques such as positioning, attachment and frequent feeding are important to ensure the baby receives enough milk from the breast. Common challenges can be addressed through counseling and support.
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This document provides an overview of Bangladesh. It begins with a brief description of Bangladesh's location and geography, noting that it is located in South Asia on the Bay of Bengal and has the world's largest delta formed by the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna rivers. It then discusses Bangladesh's population, demographics, economy, industries, exports, infrastructure, education system, healthcare successes, challenges, and potentials. The document also profiles Bangladesh's climate, landscape, biodiversity, culture, and history. It concludes by outlining some of Bangladesh's current problems including corruption, poverty, pollution, and natural disasters.
Bangladesh has made significant progress in health outcomes for women and children through effective interventions. The under-5 mortality rate fell from 151 per 1000 live births in 1990 to 38 per 1000 in 2017, exceeding Millennium Development Goal 4. This was achieved through programs promoting oral rehydration therapy, immunizations, integrated management of childhood illness, and newborn health interventions. Bangladesh also reduced the maternal mortality ratio by 75% and exceeded Millennium Development Goal 5. Current challenges include further reducing child injuries such as drownings, improving nutrition, and addressing emerging issues like non-communicable diseases and environmental health hazards.
Here are the answers to the MCQs:
1. RSV is the commonest c/of bronchiolitis - True
2. ABT is usually required in B - False
3. Most B are later associated with BA - True
4. In EBF babies B is rare - True
5. Anticholingergic nebulization is beneficial in B - False
6. B is usually a killer D - False
7. SARS/MERS is caused by RSV - False
8. Antiviral Rx is beneficial in all B cases - False
1. The patient presented with fatigue, pallor, and weight loss and was found to have enlarged spleen and low blood counts consistent with visceral leishmaniasis. Biopsies revealed Leishmania donovani infection.
2. Additional findings included an ulcerated lesion on the thumb and crusty ulcers on the ankle.
3. Leishmaniasis is a neglected tropical disease spread by sandfly bites that disproportionately affects the poorest populations. It manifests as visceral, cutaneous, or mucosal disease and can cause severe disfigurement if left untreated.
1. A patient presented with weight loss, fatigue, and pallor and was found to have enlarged spleen and liver with pancytopenia. Biopsies revealed Leishmania donovani infection.
2. Leishmaniasis is transmitted by the bite of infected sandflies and presents as cutaneous, mucocutaneous, or visceral disease. Visceral leishmaniasis, known as kala-azar, is the most serious form.
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13. At the end of session you will learnAt the end of session you will learn
Enteric FeversEnteric Fevers are food-borneare food-borne seriousserious d.d.
TyphoidTyphoid iis a multi-system septicemic illnesss a multi-system septicemic illness
TyphoidTyphoid occurs inoccurs in human onlyhuman only
– 21 million cases21 million cases withwith 200k deaths/y200k deaths/y worldwideworldwide
Less severe:Less severe: paratyphoidparatyphoid A, B, CA, B, C
Non-typhoidal salmonellosisNon-typhoidal salmonellosis is usually self-limiting:is usually self-limiting:
– mainly as food poisoning outbreaksmainly as food poisoning outbreaks
Most imp. complicationsMost imp. complications of EF:of EF: bleeding, perforationbleeding, perforation
Vax. available against typhoid onlyVax. available against typhoid only
EF: Enteric Fevers. Vax.: vaccineEF: Enteric Fevers. Vax.: vaccine
14. BBelongs toelongs to EnterobacteriaciaeEnterobacteriaciae;; highly adaptive.highly adaptive. 3 Ag:3 Ag:
– flagellar (H)flagellar (H)
– capsular (Vi);capsular (Vi); largely restricted to S. typhilargely restricted to S. typhi
– somatic (O)somatic (O)
TyphoidalTyphoidal salmonellas:salmonellas: S. typhi,S. typhi, S. paratyphi A, B, CS. paratyphi A, B, C
Non-typhoidalNon-typhoidal ....: mainly GE (salmonellosis): mainly GE (salmonellosis)
– May be invasiveMay be invasive
Salmonella:Salmonella:
15. EPIDEMIOLOGYEPIDEMIOLOGY
Only manOnly man is the reservoir ofis the reservoir of
S. typhiS. typhi
– Most common in L&MICsMost common in L&MICs
Reservoirs for non-typhoidal salmonellas:Reservoirs for non-typhoidal salmonellas:
– MainlyMainly:: poultry, livestock, reptiles, petspoultry, livestock, reptiles, pets
– fruits, vege., bakery, frogs, newts, salamandersfruits, vege., bakery, frogs, newts, salamanders
Major outbreaks:Major outbreaks: poultry, eggs, beef, dairypoultry, eggs, beef, dairy
36. ETIOLOGY:ETIOLOGY: 2500 serotypes of Salmonella2500 serotypes of Salmonella
SS Typhi in group DTyphi in group D.. Freezing does not killFreezing does not kill
SalmonellosisSalmonellosis
Usually non-invasive self-limitingUsually non-invasive self-limiting gut infx.gut infx. But can causeBut can cause
serious invasive d. inserious invasive d. in
infants (<3mo), immunosuppressed, elderly,infants (<3mo), immunosuppressed, elderly, SCDSCD
Carriage:Carriage:
– acute (3mo) : 45% in U-5 & 5% in older childrenacute (3mo) : 45% in U-5 & 5% in older children
– chronic: (1y) : 1%.chronic: (1y) : 1%. Unusual in childrenUnusual in children
ABT prolongs excretionABT prolongs excretion
37. SalmonellaSalmonella GastroenteritisGastroenteritis
– IP: 6-72hIP: 6-72h
– AP, NVD (watery/bloody stools)AP, NVD (watery/bloody stools)
– LGF in 50%LGF in 50%
– Dehydration, tender abdomen (DDDehydration, tender abdomen (DD appendicitisappendicitis))
– Resolves in 2-7dResolves in 2-7d
38. EF : PathogenesisEF : Pathogenesis
Transmission:Transmission: contaminated food/drink,contaminated food/drink, close contact,close contact,
poor personal hygiene, transfusionpoor personal hygiene, transfusion
InoculumInoculum:: 1k-1million. Lower in1k-1million. Lower in
– achlorhydria, gastrectomyachlorhydria, gastrectomy
– H2-blocker, PPI, antacidsH2-blocker, PPI, antacids
Invades R.E.S: lInvades R.E.S: liver, spleen, BM. GB, lungs, brain,iver, spleen, BM. GB, lungs, brain,
kidneyskidneys.. In small gut:In small gut: multiplies in phagocytes.multiplies in phagocytes. InvadeInvade
mucosa, lymphoids, then spread to blood.mucosa, lymphoids, then spread to blood. 1y1y & 2y& 2y
bacteremiabacteremia
Severity:Severity: dose, virulence, host defensedose, virulence, host defense
39. IP in typhoid: 7-14 d;IP in typhoid: 7-14 d; shorter in paratyphoidshorter in paratyphoid
Endotoxin:Endotoxin: inflam., necrosis ofinflam., necrosis of Peyer patchesPeyer patches:: ulcerationulceration
Vi strains more virulentVi strains more virulent
SSSS appear during bacteremia. Brunt of illness is on smallappear during bacteremia. Brunt of illness is on small
gut. Bacteria are excreted in bilegut. Bacteria are excreted in bile
Humoral & CMI response is incompleteHumoral & CMI response is incomplete
Multi-organ failure can occurMulti-organ failure can occur
Pathogenesis ..Pathogenesis ..
40. CFCF:: Classical typhoid: 4wClassical typhoid: 4w
Week 1Week 1
LGF,LGF, step-ladderstep-ladder to HGF; relative bradycardiato HGF; relative bradycardia
Initially ambulant; later on bed riddenInitially ambulant; later on bed ridden
InitialInitial constipationconstipation ⇒⇒ pea-soup stoolspea-soup stools in 4din 4d
Malaise, HA, AN, cough (end 1Malaise, HA, AN, cough (end 1stst
w). Vomiting uncommonw). Vomiting uncommon
Rose spots 5-7dsRose spots 5-7ds
Leukopenia, eosinopenia, lymphocytosisLeukopenia, eosinopenia, lymphocytosis
Blood CS is positiveBlood CS is positive
HA: headache. AN: anorexia nausea. CS: culture sensitivityHA: headache. AN: anorexia nausea. CS: culture sensitivity
46. Presenting symptoms Number (%)
Fever 50 100.0
Poor appetite 42 84.0
Cough 23 46.0
Diarrhea 21 42.0
Headache 20 40.0
Vomiting 19 38.0
Abdominal pain 16 32.0
Constipation 06 12.0
Convulsion 01 2.0
Presenting SS: in 50 children with culture proven typhoid in BMCH
47. Physical signs Number (%)
Tachycardia 39 78.0
Coated tongue 36 72.0
Toxic look 25 50.0
Cecal gurgling 24 48.0
Pallor 21 42.0
Hepatomegaly 18 36.0
Splenomegaly 16 32.0
HSM 10 20.0
Abdominal
distension
02 4.0
Relative
bradycardia
2 4.0
Most frequent signs in 50 children with culture proven typhoid in BMCH
48. CSCS:: blood, stool, urine, rose spotsblood, stool, urine, rose spots
Bone MarrowBone Marrow if others negativeif others negative
Widal:Widal: non-specific; false-positive/-negativenon-specific; false-positive/-negative
CBC:CBC: leucocytosis in salmonella GEleucocytosis in salmonella GE
EF:EF: anemia, eosinopenic leukopenia, low Plateletsanemia, eosinopenic leukopenia, low Platelets
Leucocytosis may occur in childrenLeucocytosis may occur in children
Mild hepatitisMild hepatitis
Imaging:Imaging: CXR if pneumonia, bronchitisCXR if pneumonia, bronchitis
AXR if perforationAXR if perforation
Bone scan MRI if OsteomyelitisBone scan MRI if Osteomyelitis
INVESTIGATIONSINVESTIGATIONS
50. TREATMENT: EFTREATMENT: EF
Specific RxSpecific Rx : ABT: ABT
Supportive RxSupportive Rx : FEB, nutrition: FEB, nutrition
Symptomatic RxSymptomatic Rx
Rx ofRx of complications; carriage; relapsecomplications; carriage; relapse
ABT:ABT: based on CS. ~14d.based on CS. ~14d. CeftriaxoneCeftriaxone 8-10d. Drug8-10d. Drug
resistance is frequent. Ceftriaxone, cefotaxime, orresistance is frequent. Ceftriaxone, cefotaxime, or
fluoroquinolonesfluoroquinolones (not <18y)(not <18y) are effectiveare effective
Antipyretics may precipitate hypothermia & shockAntipyretics may precipitate hypothermia & shock
Relapse must be re-treatedRelapse must be re-treated
Defervescence may take 3-11daysDefervescence may take 3-11days
51. Carriage: High dose ampicillin/amoxicillin + probenecid
x4-6w has cured many
Cipro. is the DoC for clearing adult carriageCipro. is the DoC for clearing adult carriage
Cholecystectomy may be needed for gallstonesCholecystectomy may be needed for gallstones
CorticosteroidsCorticosteroids
Benefits in protracted SS, delirium, stupor, coma, shockBenefits in protracted SS, delirium, stupor, coma, shock
Should be reserved for critically illShould be reserved for critically ill
Dexamethasone IV x 2-3dDexamethasone IV x 2-3d
RelapseRelapse 15%15%
2-3w later; usually milder2-3w later; usually milder
52. SalmonellaSalmonella GE: RxGE: Rx
UsuallyUsually no ABTno ABT (prolongs carriage!).(prolongs carriage!). Consider itConsider it
– age: <3mo; <12mo with F >39°Cage: <3mo; <12mo with F >39°C
– SCD, immunosuppressed, chr. GI illnessesSCD, immunosuppressed, chr. GI illnesses
– Bacteremia,Bacteremia, OM,OM, meningitismeningitis,, abscessabscess
– HIV: x4-6wHIV: x4-6w
FEBFEB
Invasive GE:Invasive GE: cotrim, amoxicillin, cefixime x 5dcotrim, amoxicillin, cefixime x 5d
62. HygieneHygiene
– safe foods & drinkssafe foods & drinks
– safe food handlingsafe food handling
– hand hygiene, safe sewage disposalhand hygiene, safe sewage disposal
– no sale of reptiles for petsno sale of reptiles for pets
– foods cooked thoroughlyfoods cooked thoroughly
Vaccine:Vaccine:
PreventionPrevention
63. TYPHOID VACCINE:TYPHOID VACCINE: PreventsPrevents onlyonly S TyphiS Typhi
Recommended forRecommended for endemic areasendemic areas
– Children, intimate exposure to a carrierChildren, intimate exposure to a carrier
– SCD, Lab. workers, physiciansSCD, Lab. workers, physicians
Oral:Oral: livelive (Vivotif). Age >6 y. 1 EC capsule every 2d x 4/5y(Vivotif). Age >6 y. 1 EC capsule every 2d x 4/5y
IM:IM: Vi capsular polysaccharide (Typhim Vi, Typherix, Vaxfoid). AgeVi capsular polysaccharide (Typhim Vi, Typherix, Vaxfoid). Age
≥≥2y /2y. Efficacy: 50-80%2y /2y. Efficacy: 50-80%
Can be overcome by a large inoculumCan be overcome by a large inoculum
SE:SE: Oral vax.: Abdo. discomfort, NV, F, HA, rashOral vax.: Abdo. discomfort, NV, F, HA, rash
Injectable: Mild F, HA, local erythemaInjectable: Mild F, HA, local erythema
EC: enterocoatedEC: enterocoated
64. Peculiarities of salmonellaPeculiarities of salmonella
Highly adaptive. Survives in high alkaline mediumHighly adaptive. Survives in high alkaline medium
Not destroyed byNot destroyed by freezingfreezing
Human only reservoir ofHuman only reservoir of S. typhiS. typhi
Carriage:Carriage: non-typhoidal more in small childrennon-typhoidal more in small children
ABT prolongs carriageABT prolongs carriage
typhoidal more in adultstyphoidal more in adults
Specially serious in SCDSpecially serious in SCD
ABT: antibiotic therapyABT: antibiotic therapy
65. MCQMCQ
Human is the only reservoir ofHuman is the only reservoir of S TyphiS Typhi
In non-typhoidal infx. ABT stops carriageIn non-typhoidal infx. ABT stops carriage
Typhoid is a multisystem septicemic illnessTyphoid is a multisystem septicemic illness
More serious in SCDMore serious in SCD
In EF the brunt of illness is borne by the small gutIn EF the brunt of illness is borne by the small gut
Ac. Nephritis is a recognized complicationAc. Nephritis is a recognized complication
66. MCQMCQ
Major outbreaks of salmonellosis is c/by poultry, beef,Major outbreaks of salmonellosis is c/by poultry, beef,
eggs, dairyeggs, dairy
Perforation & bleed are fatal complications of EFPerforation & bleed are fatal complications of EF
Parenteral typhoid vax. is more effectiveParenteral typhoid vax. is more effective
Widal test is a specific testWidal test is a specific test
Complications in EF can even occur during RxComplications in EF can even occur during Rx
Typhoid can cause transverse myelitisTyphoid can cause transverse myelitis
75. In this session we will learn:In this session we will learn:
50% world popn.50% world popn. live in malarious area. It islive in malarious area. It is eradicatederadicated
from the West; but every country has imported M.from the West; but every country has imported M.
280million cases/y.280million cases/y. AgesAges 6mo-5y6mo-5y are the worst affectedare the worst affected
It is a life-threatening d.It is a life-threatening d. c/by MP spread byc/by MP spread by F.F. nocturnal-nocturnal-
feedingfeeding AnophelesAnopheles which is ewhich is entering new areasntering new areas
Most dangerous isMost dangerous is P falciparumP falciparum
2015: 91 countries2015: 91 countries had ongoing transmissionhad ongoing transmission
7,55,0007,55,000 death/y (death/y (mostly U-5mostly U-5. 1 dies/min). 1 dies/min)
– mostly from CM. Prolonged fits without CM can killmostly from CM. Prolonged fits without CM can kill
– anemia can be fatalanemia can be fatal
M: malaria. MP: malarial parasiteM: malaria. MP: malarial parasite
76. SS AfricaSS Africa has 90% of M. & 92% of M. deathshas 90% of M. & 92% of M. deaths (2015)(2015)
In endemic areas it causesIn endemic areas it causes 10% U-5MR10% U-5MR
ResistanceResistance to drugs & insecticides: situation is worseningto drugs & insecticides: situation is worsening
SE Asia:SE Asia: 9% of malaria burden9% of malaria burden
Pregnancy:Pregnancy: abortion, preterm, IUGR, IUDabortion, preterm, IUGR, IUD
Non-immune people are very proneNon-immune people are very prone
M. is preventable & curable, & efforts are dramaticallyM. is preventable & curable, & efforts are dramatically
reducing burden in many placesreducing burden in many places
2010-15:2010-15: incidence among at risk people fell by 21%; withincidence among at risk people fell by 21%; with
MR fell by 29% in all ages, 35% in U-5 childrenMR fell by 29% in all ages, 35% in U-5 children
SS: sub-saharanSS: sub-saharan
78. Malaria in Bangladesh:Malaria in Bangladesh: eendemicndemic
Nearly eradicatedNearly eradicated by 1970s but never disappearedby 1970s but never disappeared
Re-emergedRe-emerged in 1990sin 1990s
Big PH problemBig PH problem
Grossly under-reportedGrossly under-reported
24million in 13/64 districts at risk (>90% in 5).24million in 13/64 districts at risk (>90% in 5).
PrevalencePrevalence:: 3%.3%. 400k400k cl. cases (>57k confirmed)cl. cases (>57k confirmed)/y./y.
PF in children <4y 8.5%. InPF in children <4y 8.5%. In Khagrachari:Khagrachari: >15%>15%
>500 deaths/y>500 deaths/y
79. Because of increasingBecause of increasing
MDR, monitoring is neededMDR, monitoring is needed
to see efficacy of AMDto see efficacy of AMD
MDR: multi-drug resistantMDR: multi-drug resistant
AMD: antimalarial drugsAMD: antimalarial drugs
24million in 13/64 districts24million in 13/64 districts
at risk (>90% in 5).at risk (>90% in 5).
80. ETIOLOGYETIOLOGY
Plasmodia:Plasmodia: intra-RBC parasites. Infect many mammals,intra-RBC parasites. Infect many mammals,
birds, reptilesbirds, reptiles
4 species infect humans4 species infect humans
– P falciparumP falciparum
– P vivaxP vivax
– P ovaleP ovale
– P malariaeP malariae
81. Commonest:Commonest: vivaxvivax && falciparumfalciparum
VivaxVivax in Indian SC & C. Americain Indian SC & C. America
FalciparumFalciparum inin Africa & PNGAfrica & PNG
OvaleOvale mostly in W Africamostly in W Africa
MalariaeMalariae uncommonuncommon but present widelybut present widely
Recrudescence:Recrudescence: PFPF && malariaemalariae (persistent low parasitemia)(persistent low parasitemia)
Relapse may occur inRelapse may occur in vivax,vivax, ovaleovale ((hypnozoiteshypnozoites))
82. EPIDEMIOLOGYEPIDEMIOLOGY
By vector.By vector. Rarely:Rarely: congenital, BT, contaminated needlescongenital, BT, contaminated needles
Immunity in malaria:Immunity in malaria: partialpartial
Repeated inf. in U-5sRepeated inf. in U-5s ⇒⇒ tolerance;tolerance; but lost without furtherbut lost without further
inf. Older children/adults:inf. Older children/adults: asymptomatic parasitemiaasymptomatic parasitemia
Genetic protection:Genetic protection:
– lacking Duffy Ag prevents vivax in W Africalacking Duffy Ag prevents vivax in W Africa
– certain Hb-pathiescertain Hb-pathies (SCD) prevents PF(SCD) prevents PF
– IDA may protectIDA may protect
Asplenia & pregnancy: more severeAsplenia & pregnancy: more severe
Inf.: infection. IDA: iron defi. Anemia. SCD: sickle cell d.Inf.: infection. IDA: iron defi. Anemia. SCD: sickle cell d.
83. SchizogonySchizogony:: HumanHuman liver (A)liver (A) VectorVector inoculatesinoculates
sporozoites (1)sporozoites (1)⇒⇒ infect liver (2): mature to schizont (3)infect liver (2): mature to schizont (3)⇒⇒
releaserelease merozoitesmerozoites (4) to invade RBCs. In(4) to invade RBCs. In vivaxvivax && ovaleovale
hypnozoiteshypnozoites can persist to relapse w/yrs latercan persist to relapse w/yrs later
Schizogony:Schizogony: RBC (B):RBC (B): asexual division (5). trophozoitesasexual division (5). trophozoites
(Ring forms)(Ring forms) ⇒⇒ schizontsschizonts ⇒⇒ releasingreleasing merozoitesmerozoites & pyrogens& pyrogens
(6)(6)⇒⇒ CF.CF. Some form gametocytes (7)Some form gametocytes (7)
MosquitoMosquito:: (C)(C) sporogonysporogony:: male (micro-) & Fmale (micro-) & F
(macrogametocytes), are taken by vector(8)(macrogametocytes), are taken by vector(8) ⇒⇒zygote forms inzygote forms in
stomach(9)stomach(9) ⇒⇒ motile & long ookinetes (10)motile & long ookinetes (10) ⇒⇒ invade midgutinvade midgut ⇒⇒
oocysts(11)oocysts(11) ⇒⇒releaserelease sporozoitessporozoites (12)(12) ⇒⇒ salivary Gs (1)salivary Gs (1)
LC:LC: 2 hosts:2 hosts: femalefemale anopheles & humananopheles & human
86. PathophysiologyPathophysiology
4 Lesions4 Lesions
– 1.1. hemolysishemolysis:: anemia, jaundiceanemia, jaundice. 2.. 2. cytokinescytokines:: inflam.:inflam.: HSMHSM
– 3.3. pyrogenspyrogens:: F.F. 4.4. microcirculatory blockmicrocirculatory block (RBCs with(RBCs with
schizonts stick to capillaries):schizonts stick to capillaries): multi-organ damage in PFmulti-organ damage in PF
Cycle time:Cycle time:
LiverLiver schizogonyschizogony: 1-2w for all: 1-2w for all
RBC … :RBC … : 48h in PF, vivax, ovale48h in PF, vivax, ovale (TM)(TM)
72h in malariae72h in malariae (QM)(QM)
PeriodicityPeriodicity of F depends on RBC cycle & needs all parasitesof F depends on RBC cycle & needs all parasites
developing simultaneously.developing simultaneously.
TM= tertian malaria, QT= quartan M.TM= tertian malaria, QT= quartan M. HSM: hepatosplenomegalyHSM: hepatosplenomegaly
87. TypicalTypical:: (in non-immune), children, adults in hypo-(in non-immune), children, adults in hypo-
endemic/from malaria-free areaendemic/from malaria-free area
– IP: 10-21d, or longerIP: 10-21d, or longer
– HGF:HGF: oftenoften 41°C41°C; malaise, HA, ANVD, cough, arthralgia,; malaise, HA, ANVD, cough, arthralgia,
AP, fit (children), backacheAP, fit (children), backache
– Anemia, thrombocytopeniaAnemia, thrombocytopenia common. ± Jaundicecommon. ± Jaundice
– HSMHSM is more in the non-exposed, pregnant oris more in the non-exposed, pregnant or
immunocompromisedimmunocompromised
CF:CF: onlyonly due to erythrocytic cycledue to erythrocytic cycle
88. FF is continued/irregular. Classical TM/QM after someis continued/irregular. Classical TM/QM after some
days. Typical F hasdays. Typical F has 3 stages:3 stages:
– ColdCold:: chills & rigorschills & rigors
– Hot:Hot: plateauplateau
– Sweating/wetSweating/wet:: drenching sweatsdrenching sweats
Congenital MalariaCongenital Malaria
Rare.Rare. Perinatal. MostlyPerinatal. Mostly vivaxvivax & PF& PF (80%)(80%)
ResemblesResembles NNSNNS: F, anorexia, irritability, lethargy: F, anorexia, irritability, lethargy
NNS: neonatal sepsisNNS: neonatal sepsis
89. P falciparum:P falciparum: usuallyusually ‘flu’-like‘flu’-like but no focus.but no focus.
Potentially fatal.Potentially fatal. AspleniaAsplenia:: lethallethal
CNS:CNS: cerebral malaria (CM):cerebral malaria (CM):
HypoglycemiaHypoglycemia (> in children),(> in children), m. acidosis:m. acidosis:
Respiratory:Respiratory: ARDS:ARDS:
Renal:Renal: black water F, oliguria, ATN, NS, ARFblack water F, oliguria, ATN, NS, ARF::
Blood:Blood: severe anemia, jaundice, collapse, shock, DICsevere anemia, jaundice, collapse, shock, DIC::
Splenic ruptureSplenic rupture
GIT:GIT: diarrheadiarrhea
90. Cerebral M:Cerebral M: variable CF: Fever,variable CF: Fever, fitfit, raised ICP,, raised ICP,
confusion, stupor,confusion, stupor, comacoma, death, death
FitsFits are common in children; but ifare common in children; but if prolonged postictalprolonged postictal
state:state: suspectsuspect CMCM
Rapidly fatal:Rapidly fatal: urgent Rxurgent Rx
DD:DD: meningitis, encephalitis, epilepsy. Consider CM inmeningitis, encephalitis, epilepsy. Consider CM in allall
febrile neuropathiesfebrile neuropathies in a Malarious areain a Malarious area
Hypoglycemia:Hypoglycemia: more with quinine. Urgent Rxmore with quinine. Urgent Rx
91. Renal failure:Renal failure: ATN (rare in <8y), N. syn.ATN (rare in <8y), N. syn.
ARDS & m. acidosis:ARDS & m. acidosis:
Noncaardiac pulmonary edema:Noncaardiac pulmonary edema: difficult to Rxdifficult to Rx
& may be fatal (rare in children)& may be fatal (rare in children)
Severe anemiaSevere anemia:: hemolysis, BM depressionhemolysis, BM depression
Vascular collapse & shock:Vascular collapse & shock: hypothermia & adrenalhypothermia & adrenal
insufficiencyinsufficiency
92. Peculiarities PFPeculiarities PF
No persistentNo persistent exo-erythrocytic cycleexo-erythrocytic cycle
Attacks RBCs ofAttacks RBCs of all agesall ages
>1 parasites/RBC>1 parasites/RBC
EccoleEccole ((Appliqué) formationformation
FalciformFalciform gametocytesgametocytes
MicrovasculatureMicrovasculature blockadeblockade
More anemiaMore anemia
Blackwater FBlackwater F
93. Ring-formRing-form PFPF. As it matures, tends to retain ring shape & trace of. As it matures, tends to retain ring shape & trace of
yellow pigment may be seen within the cytoplasmyellow pigment may be seen within the cytoplasm
94. PFPF rings have delicate cytoplasm & 1 or 2 small chromatin. RBCs are notrings have delicate cytoplasm & 1 or 2 small chromatin. RBCs are not
95. PFPF gametocyte & ring. Macrogametocytes show a single mass ofgametocyte & ring. Macrogametocytes show a single mass of
chromatin, micro- show a diffuse chromatin arrangementchromatin, micro- show a diffuse chromatin arrangement
96. PFPF gametocytes:gametocytes: "Laveran's bib“."Laveran's bib“.
(E) 2 gametocytes in a thick(E) 2 gametocytes in a thick
smear. RBC is often distorted, orsmear. RBC is often distorted, or
not visiblenot visible
98. Fused plateletsFused platelets
can resemble acan resemble a
falciparumfalciparum
gametocytegametocyte
falciparumfalciparum gametocytes:gametocytes:
RBC is often distorted, orRBC is often distorted, or
not visiblenot visible
99. Nephrosis from PF. IfNephrosis from PF. If
not promptly treated,not promptly treated,
may cause kidneymay cause kidney
failurefailure
100. Anemia develops slowly. May haveAnemia develops slowly. May have tendertender HSMHSM
Spont. recoverySpont. recovery in 2-6w.in 2-6w. HypnozoitesHypnozoites can relapse for yrscan relapse for yrs
Repeated inf.:Repeated inf.: hypersplenism;hypersplenism; late splenic rupturelate splenic rupture
Vivax & OvaleVivax & Ovale relatively mildrelatively mild
VivaxVivax trophozoites: amoeboid & large chromatin dots &trophozoites: amoeboid & large chromatin dots &
have yellowish-brown pigmenthave yellowish-brown pigment
101. Vivax:Vivax: a maturea mature
schizont; mimics plateletschizont; mimics platelet
artifactartifact
44 vivaxvivax rings, next to arings, next to a
growing trophozoitegrowing trophozoite
103. A matureA mature P vivaxP vivax schizontschizont
33 vivaxvivax ring stage in 1 rbc.ring stage in 1 rbc.
Rbc can enlarge x1.5 - 2.Rbc can enlarge x1.5 - 2.
Numerous Schuffner's dotsNumerous Schuffner's dots
are seenare seen
104. BF: aBF: a P vivaxP vivax microgametocytemicrogametocyte.
The gametocytesThe gametocytes
ImmatureImmature vivaxvivax schizontschizont with 8with 8
chromatin masseschromatin masses
105. Stages ofStages of vivaxvivax in a PBFin a PBF
Vivax:Vivax: round-ovalround-oval
gametocytesgametocytes with brownwith brown
pigment & may fill RBC &pigment & may fill RBC &
enlarge it x1½-2; mayenlarge it x1½-2; may
distort it. Schüffner dotsdistort it. Schüffner dots
may be seenmay be seen
106. Ovale:Ovale: trophozoites;trophozoites; sturdy cytoplasm, large chromatin, compact tosturdy cytoplasm, large chromatin, compact to
slightly amoeboid. RBCs are normal to x1¼ , round to oval, may beslightly amoeboid. RBCs are normal to x1¼ , round to oval, may be
fimbriated. Schüffner dots may be seen. (A, B) Trophozoites. (A) slightlyfimbriated. Schüffner dots may be seen. (A, B) Trophozoites. (A) slightly
amoeboid. (B) more compact & Schüffner dots. (C) Trophozoite in aamoeboid. (B) more compact & Schüffner dots. (C) Trophozoite in a
thick filmthick film
107. Ovale:Ovale: schizonts 6-schizonts 6-
14 merozoites with14 merozoites with
large nuclei, aroundlarge nuclei, around
dark-brown pigment.dark-brown pigment.
(D) Schizont in a(D) Schizont in a
thick filmthick film
108. Ovale: gametocytes round-oval & almost fill RBC. Schüffner dots
can be seen (A). RBCs in (BC) show fimbriation
2 ring-forms & a schizont. As it2 ring-forms & a schizont. As it
enlarges, ring disappears: matureenlarges, ring disappears: mature
trophozoite: schizonttrophozoite: schizont
109. Ovale:Ovale: (A, B) rings. (A) RBC(A, B) rings. (A) RBC
fimbriated. (B) Schüffner's dots.fimbriated. (B) Schüffner's dots.
(C, D) rings in thick film(C, D) rings in thick film
An immatureAn immature schizont ofschizont of PP
ovaleovale with 4 chromatins, &with 4 chromatins, &
rounded RBCsrounded RBCs
110. But tends to cause chr. parasitemia (for years), with/-out SS;But tends to cause chr. parasitemia (for years), with/-out SS; inin
children may cause GN & NSchildren may cause GN & NS ((immune compleximmune complex))
Malariae: usually mildsually mild
Ring:Ring: sturdy cytoplasm,sturdy cytoplasm,
large nuclei. RBCs are normallarge nuclei. RBCs are normal
to x¾. (ABC) rings. (D) thickto x¾. (ABC) rings. (D) thick
BF showing ring & gametocyteBF showing ring & gametocyte
111. Malariae:Malariae: trophozoitestrophozoites have compact cytoplasm & a large chromatin. (A, B, C):have compact cytoplasm & a large chromatin. (A, B, C):
Mature trophozoites in thin BF. (A)(B) are band forms. (C) is a "basket" formMature trophozoites in thin BF. (A)(B) are band forms. (C) is a "basket" form
Malariae: "banded" trophozoite.
As it enlarges, ring disappears
112. Malariae:Malariae:
schizontsschizonts 6-126-12
merozoites withmerozoites with
large nuclei, aroundlarge nuclei, around
coarse, browncoarse, brown
pigment. May makepigment. May make
rosetterosette. (A, B, C). (A, B, C)
Schizonts in thin BFSchizonts in thin BF
Thick BF: schizontThick BF: schizont
115. Histologic Variations AmongHistologic Variations Among PlasmodiaPlasmodia
FindingsFindings P falc.P falc. vivaxvivax ovaleovale malariaemalariae
Only earlyOnly early
forms in bloodforms in blood
YesYes NoNo NoNo NoNo
Multiply inMultiply in
RBCsRBCs
OftenOften OccasionallyOccasionally RareRare RareRare
Age of RBCsAge of RBCs All agesAll ages YoungYoung YoungYoung OldOld
Schüffner dotsSchüffner dots NoNo YesYes YesYes NoNo
Other featuresOther features
Thin cytoplasm, 1Thin cytoplasm, 1
or 2 chromatinor 2 chromatin
dots, accole formsdots, accole forms
LateLate
trophozoites:trophozoites:
pleomorphicpleomorphic
cytoplasmcytoplasm
RBCsRBCs
becomebecome
oval withoval with
tuftedtufted
edgesedges
DistinctiveDistinctive
bandlikebandlike
trophozoitestrophozoites
116. Complications of malariaComplications of malaria
CM, fitCM, fit
Bleeding:Bleeding:
Hemolysis:Hemolysis:
Anemia:Anemia:
Hypoglycemia:Hypoglycemia:
ARF:ARF:
Pulmonary edemaPulmonary edema
Hyperpyrexia:Hyperpyrexia:
Circ. collapse (algid malaria):Circ. collapse (algid malaria):
Jaundice:Jaundice:
Abortion, IUD in pregnancyAbortion, IUD in pregnancy
Tropical splenomegaly syn.:Tropical splenomegaly syn.:
117. Bleeding:Bleeding: from heavy parasitemia causing DIC orfrom heavy parasitemia causing DIC or
sometimes 2y bacterial sepsis, thromocytopeniasometimes 2y bacterial sepsis, thromocytopenia
Hemolysis:Hemolysis: is a part of Mis a part of M,, may be from G6PDD ormay be from G6PDD or
antibody-mediatedantibody-mediated
– If excessive:If excessive: ARF:ARF: Black water FBlack water F, affecting parasitized
& unparasitized rbc: dark urine. It is rare nowIt is rare now
Anemia:Anemia: is a part of Malariais a part of Malaria
– hemolysis, G6PDD, dyserythropoiesishemolysis, G6PDD, dyserythropoiesis
– hypersplenism, short RBC survivalhypersplenism, short RBC survival
– BM suppression, chr. Inf.BM suppression, chr. Inf.
118. HyperpyrexiaHyperpyrexia
– Ag. load, rigorsAg. load, rigors
Circul. collapseCircul. collapse (algid malaria):(algid malaria): micro-vascular blockmicro-vascular block
Jaundice:Jaundice: hemolysis, hepatitishemolysis, hepatitis
Hyperreactive splenomegaly (tropical splenomegalyHyperreactive splenomegaly (tropical splenomegaly
syn., TSS):syn., TSS): seen in older children & adults inseen in older children & adults in
hyperendemic areas. Exaggerated immunity tohyperendemic areas. Exaggerated immunity to
repeated malaria causesrepeated malaria causes
pancytopeniapancytopenia, massive SM, elevated, massive SM, elevated
IgM. MP are scanty/absentIgM. MP are scanty/absent
Responds to prolonged Rx withResponds to prolonged Rx with
prophylactic AMDprophylactic AMD
119. DXDX
Direct:Direct: thick (thick (parasite)parasite) & thin& thin forfor spp.spp. % of parasitized RBC% of parasitized RBC
Negative? MP is still possible, repeat 12-24hly x3dNegative? MP is still possible, repeat 12-24hly x3d
Rapid Dx testRapid Dx test (RDT):(RDT): HRP-2/pLDH based with wholeHRP-2/pLDH based with whole
blood samples for all Spp.blood samples for all Spp. Highly sensitive & specificHighly sensitive & specific
PCR, DNA probes, etc.PCR, DNA probes, etc. (in research only)(in research only)
In hyperendemic areas, MP on BF is not conclusive of M asIn hyperendemic areas, MP on BF is not conclusive of M as
present illness, as other infx. often are superimposed onpresent illness, as other infx. often are superimposed on
low parasitemia in children & adults having partiallow parasitemia in children & adults having partial
immunityimmunity
120. DD
Kala azar
EF
FUO/PUO
DF & viral fever
African trypanosomiasis
Babesiosis
Infectious Mono.
Leptospirosis
CAP
F with CNS features
HIV
Septicemia
121. Goal:Goal: clinical cure & radical cureclinical cure & radical cure
ChemotherapyChemotherapy is based onis based on
– the speciesthe species
– possible drug resistance andpossible drug resistance and
– the severity of diseasethe severity of disease
Rx. is based on local sensitivity (often unknown)Rx. is based on local sensitivity (often unknown)
TREATMENTTREATMENT
123. Artemisia annua, aka sweet wormwood, sweet annie, sweet
sagewort, annual mugwort, annual wormwood: a common type
of wormwood native to temperate Asia, but naturalized in many
124. Severe malaria:Severe malaria: >5% RBC parasitized, organ>5% RBC parasitized, organ
involvement, shock, acidosis, hypoglycemiainvolvement, shock, acidosis, hypoglycemia
ICU care:ICU care: IVQIVQ till parasite count is <1% & able to taketill parasite count is <1% & able to take
oral Rx.: pyramethamine-sulfadoxine or tetracyclineoral Rx.: pyramethamine-sulfadoxine or tetracycline
– Exchange transfusion: parasitemia >10%; CM, 2y inf.Exchange transfusion: parasitemia >10%; CM, 2y inf.
Sequential PBF to monitor RxSequential PBF to monitor Rx
BT SOS. FEB is essentialBT SOS. FEB is essential
After clinical cure ofAfter clinical cure of vivax/ovale,vivax/ovale, give 2-3w primaquinegive 2-3w primaquine
(15mg/d) to clear hypnozoites (relapse). This drug can(15mg/d) to clear hypnozoites (relapse). This drug can
cause hemolysis in G6PDDcause hemolysis in G6PDD
125. Rx of Malaria in BangladeshRx of Malaria in Bangladesh
Emergence ofEmergence of DR to PF:DR to PF: more Rx failures & CFRmore Rx failures & CFR
CQR (70%)CQR (70%) in PF required change in Rx for UPFMin PF required change in Rx for UPFM
UPFM responded (>97%) to artemether-lumefantrineUPFM responded (>97%) to artemether-lumefantrine
((Coartem.Coartem. 6-doses. Costly6-doses. Costly)) or artesunate-mefloquineor artesunate-mefloquine likelike
IV quinineIV quinine
AMDR: antimalarial drug resistance. CFR: case fatality rateAMDR: antimalarial drug resistance. CFR: case fatality rate
UPFM: uncomplicated PF malariaUPFM: uncomplicated PF malaria
CQR= chloroquine resistance. PFM= p falciparum MCQR= chloroquine resistance. PFM= p falciparum M
126. UPFM: quinine p.o.UPFM: quinine p.o. 3/d x 3d followed by a3/d x 3d followed by a 1x11x1
sulfadoxine/pyrimethaminesulfadoxine/pyrimethamine (Malacide) (90% cure):(Malacide) (90% cure):
cheap, shorter course, better compliancecheap, shorter course, better compliance
Some Malacide resistant PF are seenSome Malacide resistant PF are seen
Resistance to quinine is emergingResistance to quinine is emerging
Pre-referral rectal artesunate (ARTEX-50) for severePre-referral rectal artesunate (ARTEX-50) for severe
malaria can reduce mortality 25%malaria can reduce mortality 25%
New cost effective Rx strategies are urgently neededNew cost effective Rx strategies are urgently needed
127.
128. Further Inpatient CareFurther Inpatient Care
Indications for ICU:Indications for ICU:
– Suspicion of CM. Complications:Suspicion of CM. Complications:
– Pt. from nonmalarious with >2% of RBCs have MP orPt. from nonmalarious with >2% of RBCs have MP or
pt. from an endemic area with >5% of RBCs …pt. from an endemic area with >5% of RBCs …
Proof of cure:Proof of cure: BF: clear (24-48h); especially forBF: clear (24-48h); especially for PFPF
Exchange transfusionExchange transfusion
– valuable in a v. sick childvaluable in a v. sick child
– Erythrocytapheresis removes only RBCsErythrocytapheresis removes only RBCs
Radical cure (not for PF)Radical cure (not for PF)
– To destroy the dormant forms in the liverTo destroy the dormant forms in the liver
– Primaquine is only drug effectivePrimaquine is only drug effective
129. Patient Education
Chemoprophylaxis & the need to continue it for some
weeks after leaving the area
– Motivate travelers. <20% imported M in US have taken
prophylaxis; >50% have no chemoprophylaxis
Avoid bite: mosquito nets with insecticides, coils, clothing
Advise visitors regarding Rx of M & provide them drugs if
a hospital is n/a
130. PrognosisPrognosis
Excellent for uncomplicatedExcellent for uncomplicated vivax,vivax, malariae,malariae, ovaleovale
Grave forGrave for PF ifPF if not treated adequatelynot treated adequately
CM MR: 25%, even with the best Rx. Survivors may haveCM MR: 25%, even with the best Rx. Survivors may have
hemiparesis, cerebellar ataxia, aphasia, spasticityhemiparesis, cerebellar ataxia, aphasia, spasticity
U-5 have the worst prognosis in endemic areasU-5 have the worst prognosis in endemic areas
Nonimmune people: malaria is equally deadly at all agesNonimmune people: malaria is equally deadly at all ages
Repeated malaria leads to chr. anemia, growth failureRepeated malaria leads to chr. anemia, growth failure
131. CONTROL MEASURESCONTROL MEASURES
Rx of malariaRx of malaria
Personal protection:Personal protection: Preventing mosquito bites:Preventing mosquito bites:
Control ofControl of AnophelesAnopheles
Chemoprophylaxis of travelersChemoprophylaxis of travelers
Prophylaxis in pregnancyProphylaxis in pregnancy
SSelf-Rx of malariaelf-Rx of malaria
Prevention of relapsePrevention of relapse
VaccineVaccine
132. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE MEASURESPERSONAL PROTECTIVE MEASURES
Use insecticide-impregnated mosquito netsUse insecticide-impregnated mosquito nets (permethrin(permethrin
0.2g/m2 every 6mo:0.2g/m2 every 6mo: v. beneficial)v. beneficial)
Wear protective dress: can also be permethrinWear protective dress: can also be permethrin
impregnatedimpregnated
Stay in well-screened roomStay in well-screened room
Mosquito repellents (cont. DEET; Diethyl-m-toluamide)Mosquito repellents (cont. DEET; Diethyl-m-toluamide)
Prevent mosquitoes contact dusk to dawn (AnophelesPrevent mosquitoes contact dusk to dawn (Anopheles isis
nocturnal)nocturnal)
Bedrooms should be sprayed with an aerosol insecticideBedrooms should be sprayed with an aerosol insecticide
at duskat dusk
133. CHEMOPROPHYLAXIS FOR TRAVELERSCHEMOPROPHYLAXIS FOR TRAVELERS
Is never fully effectiveIs never fully effective
If no CQR:If no CQR: CQ 1/w, 1w before & 4w afterCQ 1/w, 1w before & 4w after
CQR falciparum:CQR falciparum:
– Atovaquone-proguanil:Atovaquone-proguanil: 1/d. 1d before-1w after. Not for1/d. 1d before-1w after. Not for
children <11 kg nor in pregnancychildren <11 kg nor in pregnancy
– Doxycycline:Doxycycline: 1/d. 2 d before-4w after. Strict dosing;1/d. 2 d before-4w after. Strict dosing; on a fullon a full
stomach; not in preg. or children <8ystomach; not in preg. or children <8y
– Mefloquine:Mefloquine: 1/w, 1w before & 4w after. Not for children1/w, 1w before & 4w after. Not for children
<6mo. DoC in pregnancy<6mo. DoC in pregnancy
Primaquine:Primaquine: if others cannot be used. Exclude G6PDD ! 2d before-if others cannot be used. Exclude G6PDD ! 2d before-
7d after. Not in preg.7d after. Not in preg.
Begin earlier to ensure blood concn.; evaluate SEBegin earlier to ensure blood concn.; evaluate SE
134. PROPHYLAXIS DURING PREGNANCYPROPHYLAXIS DURING PREGNANCY
No chemoprophylaxis is completely effectiveNo chemoprophylaxis is completely effective
Avoid travel to endemic areasAvoid travel to endemic areas
If no CQR:If no CQR: chloroquinechloroquine prophylaxis. No fetal harmprophylaxis. No fetal harm
CQRCQR falciparumfalciparum area:area: mefloquinemefloquine is the DoCis the DoC
SELF-Rx OF MALARIASELF-Rx OF MALARIA
WithWith atovaquone-proguanilatovaquone-proguanil; but; but is not a replacement for medicalis not a replacement for medical
help. One on chemoprophylaxis should not take anhelp. One on chemoprophylaxis should not take an
alternative. He is advised that any fever or flu-like illness thatalternative. He is advised that any fever or flu-like illness that
develops within 3mo of departure from an endemic areadevelops within 3mo of departure from an endemic area
requires immediate medical evaluationrequires immediate medical evaluation
136. Safe & effective vaccineSafe & effective vaccine
Not too distantNot too distant
Hopes remain for a recombinantHopes remain for a recombinant DNA vaccineDNA vaccine
Likely to be 10y before a vaccine for routine useLikely to be 10y before a vaccine for routine use
can be expectedcan be expected
Current focus on attenuated sporozoiteCurrent focus on attenuated sporozoite
Impractical.Impractical. SporozitesSporozites do not breed well indo not breed well in
culture, so mosquitos need to be bredculture, so mosquitos need to be bred
Yeah, lets breed mosquitoes. Great idea…Yeah, lets breed mosquitoes. Great idea…
137. "Mosquito fish“ Gambusia ingests a mosquito larva. These tiny fish can
eat their own weight of mosquito larvae a day, & have been introduced
138. Points to ponder
M is serious in children, pregnancy & asplenia
Hypersplenism can occur
Convulsion can occur in all cases
Hypnozoites are responsible for long IP malaria
Quinine & MP can cause hypoglycemia
Severe malaria needs ICU
139. MCQMCQ
PF affects mainly young RBCsPF affects mainly young RBCs
CM is mainly due to vaso-occlusionCM is mainly due to vaso-occlusion
MP in PBF in endemic area establ. Dx of M. feverMP in PBF in endemic area establ. Dx of M. fever
Vivax is usually sensitive to CQVivax is usually sensitive to CQ
IV quinine can cause hypoglycemiaIV quinine can cause hypoglycemia
Nephrotic syn can be c/byNephrotic syn can be c/by P. malariaeP. malariae
Vivax & ovale have hypnozoitesVivax & ovale have hypnozoites
Persistent hepatic schizogony occurs in PFPersistent hepatic schizogony occurs in PF
140. Drug Chloroquine
Description
Effective against erythrocytic parasite & is DoC for vivax, malariae, & ovale. It is gametocidal as
well. But ineffective for hypnozoites. Very effective against sensitive strains of falciparum.
Resistance is widespread in Africa & Asia, & cannot be relied on in severe malaria. Resistance to
vivax is rare.
Can be used as prophylaxis only where resistance is not common (parts of C America, the
Caribbean, parts of the ME)
Adult
600mg of base PO; then 300 mg after 6, 24, & 48 h.
200 mg of base IV; diluted in 500 ml of IVF over 4-6 h; repeat dose q8h until patient can take PO
therapy
Pediatric
10 mg/kg stat followed by 3 doses of 5 mg/kg at 6, 24, 48 h
Never IM as may cause sudden death
5 mg/kg IV diluted in IVF over 6 h (0.8 mg/kg/h) q8h until can take PO
CI Documented hypersensitivity; psoriasis; retinal & visual field changes (4-aminoquinolones)
Interactions Reduced absorption with Mg antacids; cimetidine may increase serum levels
Pregnancy
C - Fetal risk in studies in animals but not established in humans; may use if benefits outweigh risk
to fetus
PO use after meals because it causes gastritis; possible shock & death in young children with single
PO dose of 600 mg; rapid infusions: CV toxicity, irreversible ototoxicity & retinopathy with high
141. Drug Quinine
Description
A blood schizonticidal drug & still the DOC for severe & complicated malaria. It
is gametocidal for P vivax & P malariae, but not for P falciparum. It is available
as tabs containing 260 mg & as injections containing 300 mg/mL.
Spreading resistance among P falciparum make the drug less reliable in certain
parts of Asia & Africa.
Adult
Treatment: 542 mg as base (650 mg salt) PO q8h for 7 d
10 mg/kg (as base) IV diluted in IV fluid & infused slowly q8h; not to exceed
600 mg; switch to PO therapy when patient can tolerate it to complete 7-d course
Pediatric
Treatment: 8.3 mg as base/kg PO tid for 7 d (equivalent to 10 mg as salt/kg)
Do not administer IM except as lifesaving measure in severe M while awaiting
transport to hospital with requisite facilities
15-20 mg/kg IV diluted in IV infusion fluid to 1 mg/mL; infuse over at least 4 h;
followed by 10 mg/kg/dose q8-12h if continuation beyond 48 h is needed; reduce
dose to 5 mg/kg q8h; switch to PO therapy as soon as possible
Contraindications
Documented hypersensitivity; myasthenia gravis (possible respiratory distress &
dysphagia); G-6-PD deficiency (possible severe hemolysis); tinnitus or optic
neuritis
Interactions
Al. antacids delay or decrease quinine bioavailability; cimetidine increases
quinine blood levels; rifamycins decrease quinine concentrations by increasing
hepatic clearance (effect can persist for several days after discontinuing
rifamycins); concurrent administration of acetazolamide or sodium bicarbonate
may increase toxicity by increasing quinine blood levels; quinine may enhance
action of warfarin & other PO anticoagulants by decreasing synthesis of vitamin
142. Drug Name Quinidine
Description
A stereoisomer of quinine & a blood schizonticidal drug, it is as effective as quinine
against blood schizonts but has significant cardiac toxicity. This agent is used if
quinine is not readily available. It is available as tabs of quinidine sulphate containing
200 mg. The injectable preparation is not always available.
Adult Dose
7.5 mg as base/kg/dose IV in IV fluid over 4 h q8h for 7 d (salt equivalent = 12
mg/kg)
Pediatric Dose
25-30 mg as base/kg/d PO in divided doses for 7 d
15 mg/kg diluted in IV infusion fluid over at least 4h followed by 7.5 mg/kg/dose q8-
12h; switch to PO therapy as soon as possible, & complete 7-d course
Contraindications
Documented hypersensitivity; myasthenia gravis (possible respiratory distress &
dysphagia); G-6-PD deficiency (possible severe hemolysis); AV block or bundle
branch block
Interactions
Possible delayed absorption from GIT with coadministration of antacids containing
aluminium; possible delayed excretion of digoxin, warfarin, & other anticoagulants;
significantly reduced half-life possible with concomitant phenytoin & phenobarbital
Pregnancy
C - Fetal risk revealed in studies in animals but not established or not studied in
humans; may use if benefits outweigh risk to fetus
Precautions
Possible hyperinsulinemia & hypoglycemia; monitor blood glucose; ensure adequate
PO intake; if administered parenterally, quinidine should be diluted in dextrose-
143. Drug Name Pyrimethamine-sulfadoxine
Description
Antifolate drugs; slow-acting blood schizonticide, effective in some cases of
CQR falciparum, especially those acquired in Africa. This drug is not
effective against P vivax malaria. Being slow acting, this combination cannot
be used in potentially severe cases. It has no activity against hypnozoites &
gametocytes. Tablets contain 25 mg of pyrimethamine & 500 mg of sulfa.
Adult Dose 3 tab PO (75 mg pyrimethamine & 1500 mg sulfadoxine) as a single dose
Pediatric Dose
<2 months: Contraindicated
>2 months: 1.5 mg/kg pyrimethamine component PO as a single dose
Contraindications
Documented hypersensitivity; infants <2 mo; nursing mothers (drug passes
the placenta, is excreted in milk, & may cause kernicterus); renal impairment;
blood dyscrasias; hepatic damage
Interactions
Concurrent use of antifolic acids, such as methotrexate, & pyrimethamine
may increase risk of BM suppression; discontinue therapy if signs of folate
deficiency develop; mild hepatotoxicity may occur with concomitant
administration of lorazepam & pyrimethamine
Pregnancy
X - Contraindicated; benefit does not outweigh risk
Precautions
Possible severe, even fatal, cutaneous reactions (1 in 5000-8000): exfoliative
dermatitis, erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, or epidermal
necrolysis; reported fatalities with sulfonamide like fulminant hepatic
necrosis, agranulocytosis, & aplastic anemia; hepatitis & megaloblastic
anemia can occur, especially with overdosage; not presently used for
prophylaxis because of serious adverse effects
144. Drug Name Primaquine
Description
The only drug can destroy hypnozoites of both vivax & ovale, & so is used for the radical cure
of the relapsing malarias. It is gametocidal against all 4 plasmodia & is used to render patients
noninfectious. Primaquine has a very weak effect against erythrocytic vivax & cannot be used
to terminate an acute attack. It has no activity against erythrocytic forms of P falciparum. This
drug can be administered to patients on chemoprophylaxis after they have left the endemic
area. Not to be used until erythrocytic forms have been destroyed by another drug.
Primaquine is also an effective & fairly safe drug for chemoprophylaxis. Since it acts on the
liver forms, it need not be taken before entering a malarious area, nor for more than 3 days
after leaving it. This is an advantage for people making sudden or short trips.
Adult Dose
For radical cure of P vivax & P ovale malarias: 15 mg as base PO bid for 14 d
To render patient noninfectious: 15 mg/d PO for 5 d for P falciparum inf.
As chemoprophylaxis, 0.5 mg as base/kg daily, starting on the day of entry to a malarious area
Pediatric
Dose
For radical cure of P vivax & P ovale malarias: 0.3 mg/kg/d PO primaquine base for 14 d
To render patient noninfectious: 0.3 mg/kg/d PO primaquine base for 5 d for P falciparum inf.
Contraindic
ations
Documented hypersensitivity; G-6-PD deficiency (significant hemolysis in these patients)
Interactions Coadministration with quinacrine may increase toxicity, usually not of clinical significance
Pregnancy
C - Fetal risk revealed in studies in animals but not established or not studied in humans; may
use if benefits outweigh risk to fetus
145. Drug Name Halofantrine
Description
A rapid-acting drug against erythrocytic forms of malaria. Primarily used
for treatment of acute attacks of M caused by MDR falciparum. It is not
active against hypnozoites & gametocytes. Because it is a slow acting drug
& does not have a parenteral preparation available, the drug is not of use
for severe & complicated malaria.
Adult Dose
500 mg PO q6h for 3 doses; repeat after 1 wk
Administer on an empty stomach at least 1 h ac or 2 h pc
Pediatric Dose
<40 kg: 8 mg/kg PO q6h for 3 doses; not to exceed 500 mg/dose; repeat
after 1 wk
>40 kg: Administer as in adults
Administer on empty stomach at least 1 h ac or 2 h pc
Contraindications
Documented hypersensitivity; heart block; QT prolongation; electrolyte
disorders; AV conduction disorders; syncope; thiamine deficiency;
ventricular dysrhythmias
Interactions
Mefloquine may interact with halofantrine, leading to potentially fatal
prolongation of QTc interval
Pregnancy
C - Fetal risk revealed in studies in animals but not established or not
studied in humans; may use if benefits outweigh risk to fetus
146. Drug Name Mefloquine
Description
It is useful for Rx of MDR falciparum. It is effective against blood schizonts
but has no activity against hypnozoites & gametocytes. Its long half-life makes
it suitable for use as a prophylactic drug, & it is the recommended drug in areas
where drug resistance is common (chiefly Africa & Asia). Not having a
parenteral preparation limits its usefulness for severe & complicated malaria. It
is available as tabs containing 250 mg.
Adult Dose 15-25 mg as salt/kg PO as single dose; not to exceed 1500 mg
Pediatric Dose 15-25 mg as salt/kg PO as single dose
Contraindications
Documented hypersensitivity; seizure disorders; neuropsychiatric disorders;
cardiac conduction disorders
Interactions
Mefloquine administered with beta-blockers, quinine, quinidine,
antiarrhythmics, tricyclic antidepressants, or astemizole may potentially cause
ECG abnormalities or cardiac arrest; mefloquine & chloroquine administered
concomitantly may increase risk of convulsions; concomitant administration
with halofantrine may cause potentially fatal prolongation of the QTc interval;
valproic acid administered with mefloquine can increase risk for seizures by
reducing valproic acid blood levels
Pregnancy
C - Fetal risk revealed in studies in animals but not established or not studied in
humans; may use if benefits outweigh risk to fetus
Precautions
Possible giddiness & disturbed balance; possibly hazardous to drive or operate
machinery; monitor psychiatric symptoms with prolonged use; stop
147. Drug Name Artemether
Description
Effective against erythrocytic forms of all 4. Used only for MDR
falciparum. No action on hepatic forms or gametocytes. Very short T1/2,
requiring follow-up Rx with mefloquine or treatment for at least 7 d.
Adult Dose
200 mg PO on day 1, followed by 100 mg qd for 5 d
3.2 mg/kg IM loading dose, followed by 1.6 mg/kg qd for 5 d, or until
patient is able to take PO therapy
Pediatric Dose
4 mg/kg/d PO divided bid
IM: Administer as in adults
Contraindications Documented hypersensitivity; heart block; low leukocyte count
Interactions Aurothioglucose mat increase the risk of blood dyscrasias
Pregnancy
C - Fetal risk revealed in studies in animals but not established or not
studied in humans; may use if benefits outweigh risk to fetus
Precautions Possible rash & fever
148. Drug
Name
Artesunate
Descripti
on
Effective against blood forms of all 4. Special use against MDR falciparum. It has no action
against hepatic schizonts, hypnozoites, or gametocytes. This drug is available as 50-mg tabs & IV
injections containing 10 mg/mL.
It is the fastest acting drug against blood forms, & so the IV form is especially valuable in the
management of severe & complicated malaria.
Resistance is also spreading, particularly in Southeast Asia. Combinations of artesunate with
mefloquine, lumefantrine, & other drugs is effective against MDR malaria.
Adult
Dose
100 mg PO initial dose, followed by 50 mg q12h for 5 d
Alternatively, 2.4 mg/kg IV loading dose, followed by 1.2 mg/kg after 12 h, then 1.2 mg/kg qd
for 5 d, or until patient is able to take PO therapy
Pediatric
Dose
4 mg/kg PO on day 1, followed by 2 mg/kg/d for 3-5 d
Alternatively, 3.2 mg/kg IV on day 1; may be divided bid; then 1.6 mg/kg IV qd for 4 d (total 9.6
mg/kg)
CI Documented hypersensitivity; heart block; low leukocyte count
Interacti
ons
None reported
Pregnan
cy
C - Fetal risk revealed in studies in animals but not established or not studied in humans; may use
if benefits outweigh risk to fetus
Precauti
ons
Possible rash & fever; possible mild GI upset with PO use
149. Drug Name Tetracycline
Description
Acts against blood schizonts of all spp. Acts slowly so used in
combination with another drug, such as quinine where resistant
falciparum is common
Adult 250-500 mg PO q6h for 7 d
Pediatric
<8 years: Do not use
>8 years: 25-40 mg/kg/d PO for 7 d
CI Hypersensitivity; severe hepatic dysfunction; children <8 y
Interactions
Low absorption with antacids containing Al, Ca, Mg, iron, or
bismuth; can decrease effects of OCP (breakthrough bleeding &
pregnancy); can increase hypoprothrombinemic effects of
anticoagulants
Pregnancy
D - Fetal risk shown in humans; use only if benefits outweigh risk to
fetus
Precautions
Photosensitivity; reduce dose in renal impairment; consider drug
level in prolonged therapy; use during tooth development (<8 y)
causes permanent discoloration; Fanconi-like syndrome may occur
with outdated tetracyclines
150. Drug Doxycycline
Description
For prophylaxis or Rx. For Rx of P falciparum malaria, it must be used as part
of combination therapy (typically with quinine)
Adult
Prophylaxis: 100 mg/d PO (start 1 d prior to travel; use qd. Continue 4 w after
leaving)
Treatment: 100 mg PO bid for 7 d with second agent
Pediatric
<8 years: Do not use
>8 years:
Prophylaxis: 2 mg/kg/d. Start 1-2 d prior to entering an endemic & continue for
4 w after leaving
Treatment: 2 mg/kg/d PO divided bid for 7 d with second agent
CI Documented hypersensitivity; severe hepatic dysfunction
Interactions As with tetracyclines
Pregnancy
D - Unsafe in pregnancy
Precautions As with tetracyclines
151. Drug Name Clindamycin
Description
An antibiotic that acts against P falciparum. It has been found to be very
effective in combination with quinine, even against M acquired in areas where
DR is common. Used in combination, it shortens duration of fever &
improves cure rates. This can be used in children because tetracyclines are CI.
It is available as capsules containing 75 mg, 150 mg, & 300 mg & as granules
that, after reconstitution with water, contain 75 mg/5 mL.
Adult Dose 20 mg as base/kg/d PO divided tid for 7 d
Pediatric Dose 5-10 mg/kg PO q12h for 3-7 d
CI
Documented hypersensitivity; regional enteritis; ulcerative colitis; hepatic
impairment; antibiotic-associated colitis
Interactions
Increases duration of neuromuscular blockade induced by tubocurarine &
pancuronium; erythromycin may antagonize effects of clindamycin;
antidiarrheals may delay absorption of clindamycin
Pregnancy
C - Fetal risk revealed in studies in animals but not established or not studied
in humans; may use if benefits outweigh risk to fetus
Precautions
Adjust dose in severe hepatic dysfunction; no adjustment necessary in renal
insufficiency; associated with severe & possibly fatal colitis by allowing
overgrowth of Clostridium difficile
152. Drug Atovaquone
Description
May inhibit metabolic enzymes, which in turn inhibit growth of microorganisms. Must use
in combination with proguanil
Adult
Prophylaxis: 250 mg with 100 mg proguanil PO qd; start 1-2 d before entering endemic
area, continue qd while in endemic area, & continue for 7 d after exposure has ended (this
shortened dosing schedule following travel makes it a good option for patients who are
poorly compliant
Treatment: 500 mg PO bid for 3 d
Pediatric
Prophylaxis: Start 1-2 d before entering endemic area, continue qd while in endemic area,
& continue for 7 d after exposure has ended
Treatment:
<11 kg: Not established
11-20 kg: 62.5 mg/25 mg PO qd
21-30 kg: 125 mg/50 mg PO qd
31-40 kg: 187.5 mg/75 mg PO qd
CI Documented hypersensitivity; severe renal impairment; weight <11 kg (24 lb)
Interactions
May increase zidovudine serum levels; coadministration with rifampin or rifabutin may
decrease atovaquone levels; atovaquone may decrease levels of TMP-SMZ
Pregnancy
C - Safety for use during pregnancy has not been established.
Precautions
Caution in elderly patients & in hepatic & renal impairment; must use in combination with
proguanil; adverse effects are rare & include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, &
153. Drug Name Proguanil
Description
This will be marketed in combination with atovaquone in the United States
(Malarone). For pediatric patients, this combination should be used for
uncomplicated P falciparum; can also be used in combination with chloroquine.
Adult Dose
Prophylaxis: 200 mg PO in combination with weekly chloroquine
Prophylaxis with atovaquone/proguanil: 250 mg/100 mg PO qd
Treatment: 200 mg PO bid for 3 d
Pediatric
Dose
Prophylaxis:
<8 months: 1/4 tab PO; 8 months-3 years: 1/2 tab PO
4-7 years: 3/4 tab PO; 8-10 years: 1 tab PO
11-13 years: 1 1/2 tab PO; >14 years: 2 tab PO
Prophylaxis with atovaquone/proguanil:
11-20 kg: 62.5 mg/25 mg PO qd; 21-30 kg: 125 mg/50 mg PO qd
31-40 kg: 187.5 mg/75 mg PO qd; 11-20 kg: 50 mg PO bid for 3 d
21-30 kg: 100 mg PO bid for 3 d;31-40 kg: 150 mg PO bid for 3 d
CI Documented hypersensitivity
Interactions None reported
Pregnancy
Precautions Anorexia, nausea, mouth ulcers, & hematuria (rare) may occur
154. Drug Name Atovaquone/proguanil
Description
Recently approved in the United States for the treatment & prophylaxis of malaria.
Atovaquone has significant parasiticidal activity. Proguanil & atovaquone have high
failure rates when used alone but are very successful in combination. Combining them
also reduces the selection of resistant mutants.
Malarone is available for PO use only, & so can be used only for uncomplicated
malaria, where it is very effective, even against resistant strains. It is also a useful drug
for chemoprophylaxis. It is available as adult (250 mg atovaquone & 100 mg proguanil
hydrochloride per tab) & pediatric (62.5 mg atovaquone & 25 mg proguanil
hydrochloride per tab) formulations.
Adult Dose
Treatment of malaria: 4 adult Malarone tab PO as a single daily dose for 3 consecutive
d
Prophylaxis of malaria: 1 adult tab PO qd; start 2 d before traveling to a malarious area
& continue for 7 d after leaving it
Pediatric Dose
Treatment of malaria: single daily dose PO for 3 consecutive d using adult strength tab
as follows:
5-8 kg: 2 pediatric tab
9-10 kg: 3 pediatric tab
11-20 kg: 1 adult tab
21-30 kg: 2 adult tab
31-40 kg: 3 adult tab
>40 kg: Administer as in adults
Prophylaxis of malaria: start 2 d before traveling to a malarious area & continue for 7 d
after leaving it; dosage is as follows:
11-20 kg: 1 pediatric tab qd
155. Drug Name Pyrimethamine-sulfadoxine (Fansidar)
Description
Can be used for treatment of malaria. No longer considered a first-line agent
for prophylaxis because of the adverse effect profile.
Adult Dose
Prophylaxis: Not indicated
Treatment: 3 tab of 25 mg pyrimethamine & 500 mg sulfadoxine PO once
Pediatric Dose
Prophylaxis: Not indicated
Treatment:
<1 year: 0.25 tab PO once
1-3 years: 0.5 tab PO once
4-8 years: 1 tab PO once
9-14 years: 2 tab PO once
Contraindicatio
ns
Documented hypersensitivity; severe renal insufficiency; marked liver
parenchymal damage; blood dyscrasias; documented megaloblastic anemia
due to folate deficiency; age <2 mo; pregnancy at term & during nursing
period
Do not use antifolic drugs (eg, sulfonamides, trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole
Osteomyelitis: bone inf. c/by bacteria (most often), fungi or other germs. Germs may spread from inf skin, muscles, or tendons next to bone. This may occur under a skin sore or spread through blood. Inf. can also start after bone surgery. This is more likely after an injury or if metal rods or plates are placed in bone
Children: long bones are most often affected; adults: feet, vertebrae, pelvis
Risks: Dm, hemodialysis, ischemia, injury, IDU, asplenia
SS: Bone pain & swelling, excessive sweating, F, chills, general discomfort, redness, heat
Tests: Blood CS; bone biopsy, scan & XR; CBC, CRP, MRI, FNAC
Rx: to stop inf. & reduce damage. ABT: may need &gt;1 x4-6w, often IV. Surgery for dead bone. If inf. does not go away: metal plates may need to be removed. The open space left by the removed bone tissue may be filled with bone graft or packing material. Inf. following joint replacement may require surgery to remove the replaced joint & inf tissue in the area. A new prosthesis may be implanted in the same operation. More often, doctors wait until the inf. has gone away. Dm needs to be well controlled. If ischemia, surgery to improve BF
Outlook: usually good; worse for chr. SS may come & go for years, even with surgery. Amputation may be needed, especially in people with Dm or poor BF. The outlook in prosthesis depends on: health, type of inf, whether the infected prosthesis can be safely removed. Alternative Names: Bone inf.
Brain abscess: usually from a bacterial or fungal inf.
Causes: commonly occur when bacteria/fungi inf. The germs can reach via blood or directly, such as during brain surgery. The source of the inf. is often not found. But, the most common source is a lung inf. f/by a heart inf.
Risks: weakened immunity (AIDS), Chr d (cancer), steroids or chemo, cong. HD
Symptoms: may develop slowly, over a period of 2w, or may be ac.: changes in mental status, sleepiness
Decreased sensation, F & chills, HA, seizures, or stiff neck, speech problems, paresis, typically on 1 side, Vision changes, Vomiting
Exams Tests: neuro. exam: raised ICP & problems with brain function. Blood CS, CXR, CBC, CT, EEG, MRI
Testing for Ab to certain germs. A needle biopsy is usually performed to identify the cause of the inf.
Treatment: medical emergency, may need life support. Medicine, not surgery, if you have: A small abscess (&lt;2cm), An abscess deep in the brain, with meningitis, Several abscesses (rare), Shunts for hydrocephalus, Toxoplasmosis in HIV. Several AB to make sure treatment works. Antifungal medicines if cause is fungus.
Surgery if: ICP continues or gets worse, abscess does not get smaller, abscess contains gas (produced by some types of bacteria), abscess might break open (rupture). Lab tests are often done to examine the fluid. This helps identify the cause of the inf., so that the AB or antifungal can be chosen. Needle aspiration guided by CT/MRI may be needed for a deep abscess. During this procedure, medicines may be injected directly into the mass.
Certain diuretics & steroids may also be used to reduce the swelling.
Outlook: If untreated, it always deadly. With Rx the death 10-30%. The earlier is better. Some may have long-term neuro problems after surgery.
Complications: Brain damage, Meningitis, recurrence, Seizures
Prevention: can reduce risk by Rx for inf. or health problems that can cause them. Some people, including those with certain heart d, may receive antibiotics before dental or other procedures to help reduce the risk of inf.
Non typhoidal Salmonella is 1 of 4 key global c/of diarrhoea.
Most cases are mild; however, can be life-threatening; depends on host factors and the serotype.
Antimicrobial resistance is a global PH concern for Salmonella.
Basic food hygiene, like &quot;cook thoroughly&quot;, are recommended as a preventive measure
Daniel E. Salmon, U.S. pathologist, 1850-1914
Peyer patches are small lymphatic tissue found throughout the ileum; aka as lymphoid nodules, form an imp. part of immune sys by monitoring gut bacteria & preventing pathogens
Rose spota
Body fluid or tissue CS
For CS, a small sample of blood, stool, urine or BM is placed on a special medium. The culture is checked under a microscope for typhoid bacteria. A BM culture often is the most sensitive. Other testing may confirm a suspected EF: a test to detect AB to typhoid bacteria in blood or to checks for typhoid DNA in blood
Widal test may be used to help make a presumptive Dx. It is no longer commonly done, but is still used in many LICs. It relies on a reaction bet. Ab in blood & specific Ag of S. typhi, which makes agglutination. It is easy to do. Reliability is disappointing. Besides cross-reactivity with other Salmonella species, it cannot DD between a current & a past inf. or vax. We now do blood CS during 1w. A stool, urine or BM culture may also be done. WHO: due to various factors that can influence the results, it is best not to rely too much on it. Until another simple, inexpensive, & reliable option becomes available, however, use of it will probably persist in LICs. There are newer rapid Ab tests for EF commercially available, several of which have been included in comparative studies of their reliability, but findings seem to vary as to whether any are as reliable as blood CS
Dexamethasone may decrease MM in severe typhoid complicated by delirium, obtundation, stupor, coma, or shock if bacterial meningitis has been definitively ruled out by CSF. To date, the most systematic trial of this has been a randomized controlled study in patients aged 3-56 years with severe typhoid fever who were receiving chloramphenicol therapy. This study compared outcomes in 18 patients given placebo with outcomes in 20 patients given dexamethasone 3 mg/kg IV over 30 minutes f/by dexamethasone 1 mg/kg every 6 h for 8 doses. The CFR in the dexamethasone arm was 10% vs 55.6% in the placebo arm (P =.003). A 2003 WHO statement endorsed the use of steroids as described above, but reviews by eminent authors in the NEJM and the BMJ do not refer to steroids at all. A 1991 trial compared patients treated with 12 doses of dexa- 400 mg or 100 mg to a retrospective cohort in whom steroids were not administered. This trial found no difference in outcomes among the groups.
Prompt HD dexamethasone reduces mortality in severe typhoid fever without increasing complications, carrier states, or relapse among survivors.
The striking reduction in MM in steroid-treated EF needs further investigation. Caution is recommended in the use of steroids in F for 2 w or more, as most typhoid perforations occur in the third week
Transverse myelitis is a rare inflam. d. causing injury to the SC with varying degrees of weakness, sensory alterations, & autonomic dysfunction (heart, breathing, digestive sys, reflexes). The first cases were attributed to vascular lesions & acute inflam events. Between 1922-23 &gt;200 postvaccinial cases were noted as complications of the smallpox & rabies vaccines. TM was post-infectious in nature, & agents including measles, rubella & mycoplasma were directly isolated. The term “acute transverse myelitis” describes a case of rapidly progressive paraparesis with a thoracic sensory level, occurring as a postinfectious complication of pn. The TM Consortium Working Group delineated diagnostic criteria for disease-associated TM & idiopathic TM along with a framework to differentiate TM from non-inflam. Myelopathies
C/ by inflam of SC; characterized by SS of neurologic dysfunction in motor & sensory tracts on both sides. The involvement of motor & sensory control pathways frequently produce altered sensation, weakness & sometimes urinary or bowel dysfunction.
4 classic symptoms: weakness in the arms/legs, sensory symptoms such as numbness or tingling, pain & discomfort, bladder dysfunction and/or bowel motility problems
The distribution of those symptoms may be symmetric or asymmetric affecting either legs, arms or both.
The word transverse indicates dysfunction at a particular level across the SC, however this term may be misleading as there is not always complete anatomical damage across the cord, but rather focal inflammation that may produce asymmetric spinal cord dysfunction below the level affected while function above such level is normal. So we frequently prefer to use the term myelitis
Recrudescence: rec. of SS after temporary abatement for some days/weeks. A relapse after weeks/mo
Anōphelēs means useless
black water fever: a rare, serious complication of chr. PF malaria, characterized by jaundice, hemoglobinuria,
ARF, bloody dark red or black urine c/by massive IV hemolysis. Death: 20-30%
Acute respiratory distress syn: a life-threatening lung condition that prevents O2 into blood
Causes: any major direct/indirect injury to the lung. Common: aspiration, inhaling chemicals, lung transplant, Pn., septic shock, trauma. It leads to build-up of fluid in alveoli. Edema also makes the lungs heavy & stiff. Hypoxia can be dangerous, even though ventilated. ARDS often occurs with multiorgan failure. Cigarette smoking & heavy alcohol use may be risk factors.
Symptoms: develop within 24-48h of injury. Often, people with ARDS are so sick they cannot complain:
SoB, Low BP & organ failure, rapid breathing
PE & Tests: abnormal breath sounds, crackles. Often, BP is low. Cyanosis is common.
ABG, CBC, blood chemistries, Blood, Sputum & urine CS, Bronchoscopy, CXR, Tests for possible inf.
An echo or Swan-Ganz catheterization may be needed to rule out CCF, which can look similar to ARDS on a CXR.
Treatment: ICU. Provide breathing support & treat the cause. This may involve medicines to treat inf., reduce inflammation, & remove fluid from the lungs. A ventilator is used to deliver high doses of oxygen & continued pressure (positive end-expiratory pressure, or PEEP) to the damaged lungs. Patients often need to be deeply sedated with medicines. During treatment, doctors & nurses make every effort to protect the lungs from further damage.
Support Groups
Many family members of people with ARDS are under extreme stress. Often they can relieve this stress by joining support groups where members share common experiences & problems.
Outlook (Prognosis)
About a third of people with ARDS die of the disease. Those who live usually get back most of their normal lung function, but many people have permanent (usually mild) lung damage.
Many people who survive ARDS have memory loss or other quality-of-life problems after they recover. This is due to brain damage that occurred when the lungs were not working properly & the brain was not getting enough oxygen.
Possible Complications
Failure of many organ systems
Lung damage (such as a collapsed lung--also called pneumothorax) due to injury from the breathing machine needed to treat the disease
Pulmonary fibrosis (scarring of the lung)
Ventilator-associated pneumonia
When to Contact a Medical Professional
Usually, ARDS occurs during another illness, for which the patient is already in the hospital. In some cases, a healthy person has severe pneumonia that gets worse & becomes ARDS. If you have trouble breathing, call your local emergency number (such as 911) or go to the emergency room.
Alternative Names: Noncardiac pulmo. edema; Increased-permeability PE; ARDS; Acute lung injury
Appliqué forms: a term applied to the manner in which the ring stage of Pf parasitizes border of rbc. Also: accaolé forms
Algid m. characterized by cold skin, profound weakness.: PFM 0.37% of cases chiefly involving the abdomen: gastric AM is characterized by persistent V; dysenteric AM is characterized by severe bloody stools
MP in the blood cause a condition like bacterial SHOCK, with low BP & cold skin.
Urgent Rx to combat shock with BT & DOPAMINE, & energetic Rx, are necessary
Artemisinin, (qinghao su), & its derivatives possess the most rapid action of all AMD for P falciparum. Rx containing an artemisinin derivative (artemisinin-combination therapies, ACTs) are now standard Rx worldwide. It is isolated from Artemisia annua. A precursor compound can be produced using GE yeast. Use as a monotherapy is explicitly discouraged by the WHO, as there have been resistance. It is also increasingly being used in P vivax, as well as being a topic of research in cancer
UNCOMPLICATED MALARIA If CQR is still low, CQ is used to treat uncomplicated M. If not effective, 2nd line AMD are used. Most cases of mild M can be cared for at home but be aware of: ● dosage & frequency of drug ● symptoms will return if Rx is incomplete & may require more Rx ● F which persists during Rx or returns after a few d of completed AMD may either be incomplete Rx (vomited or forgot) or malaria might be resistant. Discuss the possibilities of incomplete compliance with the pt or guardian & check national guidelines for alternative AMD.
ALTERNATIVE TREATMENT: if CQ fails, Fansidar or mefloquine may be used as FLD. Mefloquine is effective in many cases of DR M, though resistance to it is growing in SEA. In addition, SE have been reported. Artemisinin is developed from the wormwood plant, Artemisia annua. Artemisinin clears the parasite from the body more quickly than chloroquine or quinine. It is also considered to be less toxic than quinine. Combination drug therapies are being advocated for treatment of malaria, e.g. mefloquine plus artemisinin. SEVERE OR COMPLICATED MALARIA The recommended treatment of severe complicated malaria is intravenous quinine or artemisinin derivatives. Intravenous infusion of quinine should be given slowly over 8 hours to avoid cardiac complications. This should be followed by oral quinine tablets for a total of 7 days once the patient is conscious & can drink. Although treatment may start at the health centre, the patient should then be immediately referred to adistrict hospital. Artemisinin, if available, can be given in suppository form in young children & to patients who are unconscious. To bring down the fever, give paracetamol or aspirin. Take off most of the patient’s clothes. Moisten the body with slightly warm water, using a sponge or cloth. Ask someone to fan the patient continuously (including during the journey to the hospital). Protect the patient from direct sunlight. A note should be sent with the patient which clearly states the drugs already given with the dosage, route, date & time of administration. A brief clinical history & details of examination findings should also be included in the note. Findings from laboratory tests for parasite counts, haemoglobin or haematocrit, & glucose levels are also useful. At the hospital, the patient’s condition should be quickly assessed with the help of the note from the health centre & by checking present clinical symptoms & signs of other diseases. Regular checks of the intravenous drip, urine output & hydration, pulse, respiratory rate & rhythm & coma score, haemoglobin or haematocrit, & blood sugar level need to be made. The patient must be THE MOST VULNERABLE In areas where malaria occurs frequently, individuals may be bitten by infected mosquitoes 1,000 times a year. Many people slowly acquire natural immunity. This keeps them from developing severe symptoms. However, until they acquire this personal defence mechanism, newcomers such as migrants & travellers arriving in malaria areas are highly vulnerable. Young children under 3 years have insufficient natural immunity & are therefore in special need of protection. Pregnant women, especially primigravidas, are also very susceptible because their natural immunity against the disease often declines during pregnancy. monitored closely to recognize, prevent & treat complications such as severe anaemia, convulsions & hypoglycaemia. Avoid blood transfusions wherever possible. Even adults & children with extremely low haemoglobin (less than 5g/dl) who are clinically stable do not require transfusion. Carefully transfuse with whole blood or with packed cells if there are signs of cardiac or respiratory insufficiency. MALARIA IN CHILDREN Chloroquine is the recommended treatment for uncomplicated cases in areas where resistance is low or non-existent. Fansidar is the recommended treatment in areas of high chloroquine resistance where Fansidar is still effective. To mask the bitter taste of chloroquine, crushed tablets can be given to the child with banana or other local food. Quinine is the standard treatment for children with severe malaria. All children with high fever (over 38.5 degrees centigrade) should be given paracetamol (15mg/kg). When the fever has reduced & the child is calm, give the anti-malaria drug with a spoon, after the tablets have been crushed & mixed with water. A sweet drink or breastmilk should be given immediately after the medicine has been swallowed. The child should be observed for 1 hour. If the child vomits during that time, treatment should be repeated (full dose if the drug is vomited before 30 minutes, half dose if vomited between 30 minutes & 1 hour). If the child vomits repeatedly, he or she must be hospitalized. Chloroquine is the recommended treatment for uncomplicated cases in areas where resistance is low. Quinine is the standard treatment for children with severe malaria. Children with malaria may have other infections at the same time, such as meningitis or pneumonia. If coma & fever persist, it may be a result of the common association of severe malaria with meningitis, pneumonia or sepsis. Children must be carefully examined at least twice a day & at any time that their condition does not improve or becomes worse. The child should be placed in a bed where the nurses can observe him or her easily & frequently. An unconscious child should be made to lie on his or her side. The mother can be encouraged to turn the child every 2 or 3 hours, & to change soiled or urinesoaked linen. Clean the child’s eyes & mouth regularly. When the child is conscious, encourage liquid intake or breastfeeding. MALARIA IN
Malaria vaccine
The complexity of the MP makes vax a v difficult task. currently no commercially available vaccine, despite intense research. Over 20 subunit vaccine constructs are currently being evaluated in clinical trials or are in advanced preclinical development. RTS,S/AS01 is the most advanced candidate against the most deadly form of human malaria, PF. A Phase III trial began in May 2009 & has completed enrolment in 2011 with 15 460 children in the following seven countries in sub-Saharan Africa: Burkina Faso, Gabon, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, & the United Republic of Tanzania.
There are two age groups in the trial: 1) children aged 5-17 months at first dose receiving only the RTS,S/AS01 vaccine; & 2) children aged 6-12 weeks at first dose who receive the same malaria vaccine co-administered with pentavalent vaccines in the routine immunization schedule. Both groups receive 3 doses of RTS,S/AS01 vaccine at 1 month intervals.
The final Phase III results were published in April 2015. The vaccine will be evaluated as an addition to, not a replacement for, existing preventive, diagnostic & treatment measures. The need for long-lasting insecticidal nets, rapid diagnostic tests & artemisinin-based combination therapies will continue if RTS,S/AS01 becomes available & is used.
Questions & answers on malaria vaccines
WHO activities
Tracking the global malaria vaccine portfolio
The WHO Initiative for Vaccine Research (IVR) tracks all clinical & advanced preclinical malaria vaccine projects activity in spreadsheets, updates of which are posted on the IVR web pages. These spreadsheets are known as the WHO Rainbow Tables, & are compiled with help from funders, sponsors & investigators around the world. A review of malaria vaccine clinical projects based on the Rainbow Table was published in the Malaria Journal in January 2012.
Guiding the policy process
The Joint Technical Expert Group on Malaria Vaccines reviews data emerging from the ongoing Phase III trial of RTS,S/AS01 & jointly advises the WHO Global Malaria Programme & IVR on the results.
Providing a forum for malaria vaccine stakeholders
WHO IVR acts as the Secretariat to the Malaria Vaccine Funders Group, which was established to facilitate exchange of information & opinions among internationally active funding bodies for malaria vaccine development. The group enables a better coordination of ongoing & planned vaccine research activities, & identifies areas of research that can be supported in a complementary manner.
In addition, IVR’s Malaria Vaccine Advisory Committee (MALVAC) is a scientific group of experts that meets regularly to address a specific theme; a recent meeting of the group in February 2012 discussed the accelerated development of second-generation malaria vaccines. Details of previous MALVAC meetings are available on the IVR web pages listed below