Molecular basis of human cerebral malaria development

• Main Authors: Saw Thu Wah, Hathairad Hananantachai, Usanee Kerdpin, Chotiros Plabplueng, Virapong Prachayasittikul, Pornlada Nuchnoi
• Other Authors: Mahidol University. Faculty of Medical Technology. Department of Clinical Microscopy
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: 2017
• Subjects: Cerebral malaria; Genetics; Pathogenesis; MicroRNA; Open Access article
• Online Access: https://repository.li.mahidol.ac.th/handle/123456789/2761
• Institution: Mahidol University

Cerebral malaria is still a deleterious health problem in tropical countries. The wide spread of malarial drug resistance and the lack of an effective vaccine are obstacles for disease management and prevention. Parasite and human genetic factors play important roles in malaria susceptibility and di...