February 9, 2014

Latest Article Alert from Malaria Journal

The following new articles have just been published in Malaria Journal

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Case report
Idiopathic acute myocarditis during treatment for controlled human malaria infection: a case report
van Meer MP, Bastiaens GJ, Boulaksil M, de Mast Q, Gunasekera A, Hoffman SL, Pop G, van der Ven AJ, Sauerwein RW
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:38 (30 January 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/38/abstract
Full text http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/38
PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-38.pdf
PubMed http://www.malariajournal.com/pubmed/24479524

Methodology
The development and validation of an LC-MS/MS method for the determination of a new anti-malarial compound (TK900D) in human whole blood and its application to pharmacokinetic studies in mice
Abay ET, van der Westhuizen JH, Swart KJ, Gibhard L, Tukulula M, Chibale K, Wiesner L
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:42 (31 January 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/42/abstract
Full text http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/42
PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-42.pdf
PubMed http://www.malariajournal.com/pubmed/24484513

Obituary
Mario Coluzzi (1938–2012)
Powell JR, Besansky NJ, della Torre A, Petrarca V
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:10 (5 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/10/abstract
Full text http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/10
PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-10.pdf

Research
Introducing the concept of a new pre-referral treatment for severely ill febrile children at community level: a sociological approach in Guinea-Bissau
Vermeersch A, Libaud-Moal A, Rodrigues A, White NJ, Olliaro P, Gomes M, Ashley EA, Millet P
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:50 (6 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/50/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-50.pdf

Research
A retrospective analysis of the protective efficacy of tafenoquine and mefloquine as prophylactic anti-malarials in non-immune individuals during deployment to a malaria-endemic area
Dow GS, McCarthy WF, Reid M, Smith B, Tang D, Shanks GD
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:49 (6 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/49/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-49.pdf

Research
Re-evaluation of microscopy confirmed Plasmodium falciparum and Plasmodium vivax malaria by nested PCR detection in southern Ethiopia
Kebede S, Aseffa A, Medhin G, Berhe N, Velavan TP
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:48 (6 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/48/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-48.pdf

Research
A qualitative study to assess community barriers to malaria mass drug administration trials in the Gambia
Dial NJ, Ceesay SJ, Gosling RD, D'Alessandro U, Baltzell KA
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:47 (4 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/47/abstract
Full text http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/47
PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-47.pdf
PubMed http://www.malariajournal.com/pubmed/24495715

Research
Communicating the AMFm message: exploring the effect of communication and training interventions on private for-profit provider awareness and knowledge related to a multi-country anti-malarial subsidy intervention
Willey BA, Tougher S, Ye Y, Mann AG, Thomson R, Kourguen IA, Amuasi JH, Ren R, Wamukoya M, Rueda ST, Taylor M, Seydou M, Nguah SB, Ndiaye S, Mberu B, Malam O, Kalolella A, Juma E, Johanes B, Festo C, Diap G, Diallo D, Bruxvoort K, Ansong D, Amin A, Adegoke CA, Hanson K, Arnold F, Goodman C
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:46 (4 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/46/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-46.pdf
PubMed http://www.malariajournal.com/pubmed/24495691

Research
Malaria indicator survey 2009, South Sudan: baseline results at household level
Eyobo MB, Awur AC, Wani G, Julla AI, Remijo CD, Sebit B, Azairwe R, Thabo O, Bepo E, Lako RL, Riek L, Chanda E
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:45 (3 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/45/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-45.pdf
PubMed http://www.malariajournal.com/pubmed/24490895

Research
The feasibility, patterns of use and acceptability of using mobile phone text-messaging to improve treatment adherence and post-treatment review of children with uncomplicated malaria in western Kenya
Otieno G, Githinji S, Jones C, Snow RW, Talisuna A, Zurovac D
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:44 (3 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/44/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-44.pdf
PubMed http://www.malariajournal.com/pubmed/24490872

Research
Use of a three-band HRP2/pLDH combination rapid diagnostic test increases diagnostic specificity for falciparum malaria in Ugandan children
Hawkes M, Conroy AL, Opoka RO, Namasopo S, Liles W, John CC, Kain KC
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:43 (1 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/43/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-43.pdf
PubMed http://www.malariajournal.com/pubmed/24484540

Research
Parasite clearance following treatment with sulphadoxine-pyrimethamine for intermittent preventive treatment in Burkina-Faso and Mali: 42-day in vivo follow-up study
Coulibaly SO, Kayentao K, Taylor S, Guirou EA, Khairallah C, Guindo N, Djimde M, Bationo R, Soulama A, Dabira E, Barry B, Niangaly M, Diakite H, Konate S, Keita M, Traore B, Meshnick SR, Magnussen P, Doumbo OK, ter Kuile FO
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:41 (31 January 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/41/abstract
Full text http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/41
PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-41.pdf
PubMed http://www.malariajournal.com/pubmed/24484467

Research
Long-lasting control of Anopheles arabiensis by a single spray application of micro-encapsulated pirimiphos-methyl (Actellic® 300 CS)
Oxborough RM, Kitau J, Jones R, Feston E, Matowo J, Mosha FW, Rowland MW
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:37 (29 January 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/37/abstract
Full text http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/37
PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-37.pdf
PubMed http://www.malariajournal.com/pubmed/24476070

Research
Population pharmacokinetics of azithromycin and chloroquine in healthy adults and paediatric malaria subjects following oral administration of fixed-dose azithromycin and chloroquine combination tablets
Zhao Q, Tensfeldt TG, Chandra R, Mould DR
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:36 (29 January 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/36/abstract
Full text http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/36
PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-36.pdf
PubMed http://www.malariajournal.com/pubmed/24472224

Research
Genetic structure of Plasmodium vivax using the merozoite surface protein 1 icb5-6 fragment reveals new hybrid haplotypes in southern Mexico
Cerritos R, González-Cerón L, Nettel JA, Wegier A
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:35 (29 January 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/35/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-35.pdf
PubMed http://www.malariajournal.com/pubmed/24472213

Research
Analysis of pfhrp2 genetic diversity in Senegal and implications for use of rapid diagnostic tests
Deme AB, Park DJ, Bei AK, Sarr O, Badiane A, Gueye P, Ahouidi A, Ndir O, Mboup S, Wirth DF, Ndiaye D, Volkman SK
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:34 (29 January 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/34/abstract
Full text http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/34
PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-34.pdf
PubMed http://www.malariajournal.com/pubmed/24472178

Research
Efficacy and safety of artemether-lumefantrine and dihydroartemisinin-piperaquine in the treatment of uncomplicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria in Kenyan children aged less than five years: results of an open-label, randomized, single-centre study
Ogutu BR, Onyango KO, Koskei N, Omondi EK, Ongecha JM, Otieno GA, Obonyo C, Otieno L, Eyase F, Johnson JD, Omollo R, Perkins DJ, Akhwale W, Juma E
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:33 (28 January 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/33/abstract
Full text http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/33
PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-33.pdf
PubMed http://www.malariajournal.com/pubmed/24472156

Research
Early parasite clearance following artemisinin-based combination therapy among Ugandan children with uncomplicated Plasmodium falciparum malaria
Muhindo MK, Kakuru A, Jagannathan P, Talisuna A, Osilo E, Orukan F, Arinaitwe E, Tappero JW, Kaharuza F, Kamya MR, Dorsey G
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:32 (28 January 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/32/abstract
Full text http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/32
PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-32.pdf
PubMed http://www.malariajournal.com/pubmed/24468007

Research
Field evaluation of the photo-induced electron transfer fluorogenic primers (PET) real-time PCR for the detection of Plasmodium falciparum in Tanzania
Talundzic E, Maganga M, Masanja IM, Peterson DS, Udhayakumar V, Lucchi NW
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:31 (27 January 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/31/abstract
Full text http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/31
PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-31.pdf
PubMed http://www.malariajournal.com/pubmed/24467985

Research
Lessons learned from the use of HRP-2 based rapid diagnostic test in community-wide screening and treatment of asymptomatic carriers of Plasmodium falciparum in Burkina Faso
Tiono AB, Ouédraogo A, Diarra A, Coulibaly S, Soulama I, Konaté AT, Barry A, Mukhopadhyay A, Sirima SB, Hamed K
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:30 (27 January 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/30/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-30.pdf
PubMed http://www.malariajournal.com/pubmed/24467946

Review
Mass primaquine treatment to eliminate vivax malaria: lessons from the past
Kondrashin A, Baranova AM, Ashley EA, Recht J, White NJ, Sergiev VP
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:51 (7 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/51/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-51.pdf

Review
Declining malaria in Africa: improving the measurement of progress
Gething PW, Battle KE, Bhatt S, Smith DL, Eisele TP, Cibulskis RE, Hay SI
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:39 (30 January 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/39/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-39.pdf
PubMed http://www.malariajournal.com/pubmed/24479555

Reviewer acknowledgement
Reviewer acknowledgement 2013
Hommel M
Malaria Journal 2014, 13:40 (7 February 2014)
Abstract http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/40/abstract
Full text http://www.malariajournal.com/content/13/1/40
PDF http://www.malariajournal.com/content/pdf/1475-2875-13-40.pdf










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