Search Results - "Aimable, Mbituyumuremyi"
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Emergence and clonal expansion of in vitro artemisinin-resistant Plasmodium falciparum kelch13 R561H mutant parasites in Rwanda
Published in Nature Medicine (01-10-2020)“…Artemisinin resistance (delayed P. falciparum clearance following artemisinin-based combination therapy), is widespread across Southeast Asia but to date has…”
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The impact of Covid-19 on malaria services in three high endemic districts in Rwanda: a mixed-method study
Published in Malaria journal (14-02-2022)“…Rwanda has achieved impressive reductions in malaria morbidity and mortality over the past two decades. However, the disruption of essential services due to…”
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The impact of Bacillus thuringiensis var. israelensis (Vectobac ® WDG) larvicide sprayed with drones on the bio-control of malaria vectors in rice fields of sub-urban Kigali, Rwanda
Published in Malaria journal (17-09-2024)“…The core vector control tools used to reduce malaria prevalence are currently long-lasting insecticidal nets (LLINs), and indoor residual spraying (IRS). These…”
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Potential impact of climatic factors on malaria in Rwanda between 2012 and 2021: a time-series analysis
Published in Malaria journal (10-09-2024)“…Malaria remains an important public health problem, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. In Rwanda, where malaria ranks among the leading causes of mortality…”
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Author Correction: Emergence and clonal expansion of in vitro artemisinin-resistant Plasmodium falciparum kelch13 R561H mutant parasites in Rwanda
Published in Nature Medicine (01-06-2021)“…In the version of this article initially published, affiliation 2 (Malaria Genetics and Resistance Unit, Institut Pasteur, Paris, France) was incorrect. The…”
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Prevalence of hepatitis B and C infection in persons living with HIV enrolled in care in Rwanda
Published in BMC infectious diseases (02-05-2017)“…Hepatitis B (HBV) and C (HCV) are important causes of morbidity and mortality in people living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The burden of these…”
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A qualitative look at bed net access and use in Burkina Faso, Mozambique, Nigeria, and Rwanda following piloted distributions of dual-active ingredient insecticide-treated nets
Published in Malaria journal (07-05-2024)“…Universal coverage with insecticide-treated nets (ITNs) is important for malaria control and elimination. The emergence and intensification of insecticide…”
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Mapping Schistosoma mansoni endemicity in Rwanda: a critical assessment of geographical disparities arising from circulating cathodic antigen versus Kato-Katz diagnostics
Published in PLoS neglected tropical diseases (01-09-2019)“…Schistosomiasis is a neglected tropical disease caused by Schistosoma parasites. Intervention relies on identifying high-risk regions, yet rapid Schistosoma…”
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Parasite associations predict infection risk: incorporating co-infections in predictive models for neglected tropical diseases
Published in Parasites & vectors (16-03-2020)“…Schistosomiasis and infection by soil-transmitted helminths are some of the world's most prevalent neglected tropical diseases. Infection by more than one…”
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"Waiting for DAAs": A retrospective chart review of patients with untreated hepatitis C in Rwanda
Published in PloS one (21-03-2017)“…Access to treatment for hepatitis C virus (HCV) in sub-Saharan Africa is extremely limited. With the advent of direct acting antivirals (DAAs), highly…”
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Geographical distribution and prevalence of podoconiosis in Rwanda: a cross-sectional country-wide survey
Published in The Lancet global health (01-05-2019)“…Podoconiosis is a type of tropical lymphoedema that causes massive swelling of the lower limbs. The disease is associated with both economic insecurity, due to…”
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Mapping Soil-Transmitted Helminth Parasite Infection in Rwanda: Estimating Endemicity and Identifying At-Risk Populations
Published in Tropical medicine and infectious disease (14-06-2019)“…Soil-transmitted helminth (STH) infections are globally distributed intestinal parasite infections caused by , , and hookworms ( and ). STH infection…”
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Safety and Efficacy of Limited Laboratory Monitoring for Hepatitis C Treatment: A Blinded Clinical Trial in Rwanda
Published in Hepatology communications (01-04-2020)“…Direct‐acting antivirals for hepatitis C virus (HCV) are highly effective and well‐tolerated. However, only a small percentage of HCV‐infected individuals…”
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Emergence and clonal expansion of in vitro artemisinin-resistantPlasmodium falciparum kelch13R561H mutant parasites in Rwanda
Published in Nature medicine (01-10-2020)“…Artemisinin resistance (delayedP. falciparumclearance following artemisinin-based combination therapy), is widespread across Southeast Asia but to date has not…”
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Association of Plasmodium falciparum kelch13 R561H genotypes with delayed parasite clearance in Rwanda: an open-label, single-arm, multicentre, therapeutic efficacy study
Published in The Lancet infectious diseases (01-08-2021)“…Partial artemisinin resistance is suspected if delayed parasite clearance (ie, persistence of parasitaemia on day 3 after treatment initiation) is observed…”
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Effectiveness of Intermittent Screening and Treatment of Malaria in Pregnancy on Maternal and Birth Outcomes in Selected Districts in Rwanda: A Cluster Randomized Controlled Trial
Published in Clinical infectious diseases (05-07-2023)“…Abstract Background Malaria during pregnancy can cause serious consequences including maternal anemia and low birthweight (LBW). Routine antenatal care (ANC)…”
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Impact of Pyrethroid Plus Piperonyl Butoxide Synergist-Treated Nets on Malaria Incidence 24 Months after a National Distribution Campaign in Rwanda
Published in The American journal of tropical medicine and hygiene (06-12-2023)“…Malaria remains a public health priority in Rwanda. The use of insecticide-treated nets (ITNs) is a key malaria prevention tool. However, expanding pyrethroid…”
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Peripheral and Placental Prevalence of Sulfadoxine-Pyrimethamine Resistance Markers in Plasmodium falciparum among Pregnant Women in Southern Province, Rwanda
Published in The American journal of tropical medicine and hygiene (01-11-2023)“…Intermittent preventive therapy during pregnancy (IPTp) with sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) is recommended in areas of moderate to high malaria transmission…”
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Controlling hepatitis C in Rwanda: a framework for a national response
Published in Bulletin of the World Health Organization (01-01-2018)“…With the introduction of direct-acting antiviral drugs, treatment of hepatitis C is both highly effective and tolerable. Access to treatment for patients,…”
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Treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus infection in Rwanda with ledipasvir-sofosbuvir (SHARED): a single-arm trial
Published in The lancet. Gastroenterology & hepatology (01-02-2019)“…Limited treatment data are available for hepatitis C virus (HCV) in sub-Saharan Africa, especially for genotype 4. Our objective was to establish the safety…”
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