Abstract
Plasmodium falciparum malaria is usually transmitted by mosquitoes. We report 2 cases in France transmitted by other modes: occupational blood exposure and blood transfusion. Even where malaria is not endemic, it should be considered as a cause of unexplained acute fever.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Female
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France / epidemiology
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Humans
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Infant, Newborn
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Malaria, Falciparum / blood*
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Malaria, Falciparum / parasitology
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Malaria, Falciparum / transmission*
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Occupational Exposure / adverse effects*
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Plasmodium falciparum / isolation & purification*
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Senegal
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Transfusion Reaction*
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Travel