Alternative pathway to reduced artemisinin susceptibility in Plasmodium falciparum [Microbiology]

Malaria case management across endemic regions of the globe relies on artemisinin (ART) combination therapies for the rapid treatment of acute Plasmodium infection and prevention of severe disease. However, the efficacy of combination therapy is threatened by reduced sensitivity of Plasmodium falciparum to ART and partner drugs, which, in turn,...
Source: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences - Category: Science Authors: Tags: Commentaries Source Type: research