Blood Transfusions Pediatrics Rapid Diagnostic Testing 
Pediatric EM Morsels
NOVEMBER 3, 2023
Acute Kidney Injury Is Common in Pediatric Severe Malaria and Is Associated with Increased Mortality. Pediatric Malaria: Global and North American Perspectives. Pediatr Clin N Am 69 (2022) 47–64. Higher Rates of Misdiagnosis in Pediatric Patients versus Adults Hospitalized with Imported Malaria. Pediatr Emerg Care.
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JANUARY 6, 2025
Surgical wound debridement and dressing are performed and the malaria rapid diagnostic test (MRDT) is noted to be positive. Samples are drawn for type and crossmatch, complete blood count, and blood chemistry. A whole blood transfusion is initiated for the management of her anemia. BMC Pediatr.
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