Use of RDTs to improve malaria diagnosis and fever case management at primary health care facilities in Uganda

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Early and accurate diagnosis of malaria followed by prompt treatment reduces the risk of severe disease in malaria endemic regions. Presumptive treatment of malaria is widely practised where microscopy or rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs...

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Main Authors: Nabakooza Jane, Counihan Helen, Nakanjako Damalie, Asiimwe Caroline, Kyabayinze Daniel J, Tibenderana James K
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-07-01
Series:Malaria Journal
Online Access:http://www.malariajournal.com/content/9/1/200