Management of severe malaria: a practical handbook

Overview

Delayed malaria treatment, especially of cases caused by P. falciparum parasites, may result in a patient’s rapid deterioration and the development of life-threatening complications. Recognizing and promptly treating patients with severe malaria is essential.

This handbook provides practical guidance on the diagnosis and clinical management of severe malaria. It outlines the necessary general nursing care, considers possible complications, and provides advice on their management. While intended primarily for clinical professionals and health staff responsible for in-patient facilities in malaria-endemic countries, it is also of practical use to physicians in non-endemic areas.