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This webinar provides crucial insights into recognizing and diagnosing malaria in pediatric patients who have recently traveled to endemic regions. It equips healthcare professionals with practical strategies to enhance early detection and improve patient outcomes.
Participants will learn to identify common presentations of malaria, including fever, fatigue, gastrointestinal symptoms, and neurological complications. Recognizing the varied manifestations, particularly in young children, is essential for timely intervention and prevention of severe disease.The session also reviews available diagnostic tests, ranging from rapid antigen detection to microscopy and polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Understanding the strengths and limitations of each method helps clinicians make informed decisions when evaluating suspected cases.Additionally, the webinar explores pragmatic approaches to risk stratification and diagnosis, emphasizing travel history, symptom progression, and differential diagnoses. By integrating these strategies, pediatricians can effectively assess risk levels and initiate appropriate management promptly.