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Cerebral Malaria

Cerebral malaria is a severe form of malaria caused by the parasite Plasmodium falciparum, which is transmitted through a mosquito bite. It is a major cause of death in endemic areas and is associated with severe neurological deficits, such as coma, seizures, and encephalopathy. Treatment typically involves a combin…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 1 peer-reviewed article cited Cited 7× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2690-6759 🗓 Reviewed July 2026

Overview

Cerebral malaria is a severe form of malaria caused by the parasite Plasmodium falciparum, which is transmitted through a mosquito bite. It is a major cause of death in endemic areas and is associated with severe neurological deficits, such as coma, seizures, and encephalopathy. Treatment typically involves a combination of antimalarial drugs, such as chloroquine or artemisinin, and supportive care. Early diagnosis is essential for successful treatment and prevention of long-term neurological damage. Cerebral malaria is a life-threatening disease that requires prompt medical attention and treatment.

Research published in this journal

1 peer-reviewed article, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 1 article above has been cited 7 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Parasite Research (ISSN 2690-6759).

Journal editorial board
DABBU JAIJYAN · United States Aditya Gupta · United States Naglaa Shalaby · Saudi Arabia

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