Pathogens (Basel, Switzerland)HumansFemaleDemocratic Republic of the CongoPregnancyCoinfection
Geohelminthiasis and Malaria Co-Infection in Pregnant Women in Kinshasa: Case of Lisungi and Lukunga Hospitals in Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Clarisse Dianzenza, Japhet Kabalu Tshiongo, Lise Kuseke, Francine Muswele, Gustave Kasereka, Daddy Mangungulu, Eddy Kakiese Laken, Vivi Maketa Tevuzula, Kassoum Kayentao, Hypolite Muhindo Mavoko
Published: 202510.3390/pathogens15010004
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Geohelminthiasis and malaria are major public health problems in Kinshasa. Pregnant women are particularly vulnerable to these conditions due to their weakened immunity, with severe complications such as maternal anemia and low birth weig…
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