No polymorphisms in K13-propeller gene associated with artemisinin resistance in Plasmodium falciparum isolated from Brazzaville, Republic of Congo

No polymorphisms in K13-propeller gene associated with artemisinin resistance in Plasmodium falciparum isolated from Brazzaville, Republic of Congo

Abstract Background In the Republic of Congo, artemisinin-based combinations have been recommended for the treatment of uncomplicated malaria since 2006. However, the emergence of resistant parasites again these combinations in Southeast Asia is a threat for the control of this disease, especially i...

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Main Authors: Pembe Issamou Mayengue, Roch Fabien Niama, Dezi Kouhounina Batsimba, Alida Malonga-Massanga, Igor Louzolo, Nadia Claricelle Loukabou Bongolo, Lucette Macosso, Reyna Ibara Ottia, Ghyslain Kimbassa Ngoma, Louis Régis Dossou-Yovo, Brice Pembet Singana, Gabriel Ahombo, Géril Sekangue Obili, Simon Charles Kobawila, Henri Joseph Parra
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-10-01
Series:BMC Infectious Diseases
Subjects:
Plasmodium falciparum
K13-propeller gene
Resistance
ACTs
Brazzaville
Republic of Congo
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12879-018-3453-6

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