Determinants of mortality in children aged 1-59 months hospitalised with malaria in Burkina Faso’ Sahel region: evidence from the Dori regional hospital centre
Cross-sectional study reveals severe anemia and hypoglycemia as key mortality factors in hospitalized children with malaria in Burkina Faso's Sahel region.
Key Points
The case-fatality rate among hospitalized children was 14.4%, highlighting a significant mortality risk.
Severe anemia and absence of iron-folic acid supplementation emerged as critical determinants of mortality.
Data were collected through a cross-sectional analysis from a regional hospital, focusing on clinical and socio-demographic variables.
Addressing the gaps in supportive care and ensuring timely access to necessary treatments could reduce mortality rates.