Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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10138045 | International Journal of Infectious Diseases | 2018 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
The key to early diagnosis is recognition of the triad of geographic exposure, tsetse fly bites, and trypanosomal chancre, plus good microscopy. Elements for successful management are rapid access to specific drug treatment, skilled intensive care, and good laboratory facilities. Clinical experience and the local stock of antitrypanosomal drugs from the World Health Organization have improved the chance of a successful outcome in the management of East African trypanosomiasis in South Africa; the survival rate over the period was 90.5%.
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Authors
John Frean, Willi Sieling, Hussein Pahad, Evan Shoul, Lucille Blumberg,