Alex Mwesigwa, Moses Ocan, Benson Musinguzi, Rachel Wangi Nante, Joaniter I Nankabirwa, Steven M Kiwuwa, Alison Annet Kinengyere, Barbara Castelnuovo, Charles Karamagi, Ekwaro A Obuku, Samuel L Nsobya, Sam M Mbulaiteye, Pauline Byakika-Kibwika
BACKGROUND: In sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), Plasmodium falciparum causes most of the malaria cases. Despite its crucial roles in disease severity and drug resistance, comprehensive data on Plasmodium falciparum genetic diversity and multiplicity of infection (MOI) are sparse in SSA. This study summarizes available information on genetic diversity and MOI, focusing on key markers (msp-1, msp-2, glurp, and microsatellites). The systematic review aimed to evaluate their influence on malaria transmission dynamics and offer insights for enhancing malaria control measures in SSA...
April 8, 2024: Malaria Journal