2025, Vol. 7, Issue 2, Part C
Trauma, travel, and tropical diseases: The malaria connection
Author(s): Awale Rupali, Kumar Keshav, Sharma Swati and Chetanya Rishi
Abstract: A male in his late twenties presented with a traumatic injury to the left ankle region following a fall from bed. There was no history of fever. Clinical examination revealed tenderness on the anteromedial, lateral and posterior aspects of the ankle. X-ray and Computerised tomographic scan revealed a trimalleolar fracture of the right ankle. The routine baseline investigations revealed mild thrombocytopenia and incidental detection of hemoparasite Plasmodium vivax. The patient was given antimalarial treatment along with open reduction and internal fixation of fracture. The platelet counts normalized, and there was a complete resolution of malaria. Examination of the peripheral smear under the scanning lens (10X) before proceeding to the oil immersion lens (100X) for detailed examination aids in the early and reliable detection of hemiparasites. It helps in timely diagnosis and prevents complications.
Key Messages:
•Complete blood examination a routine and cost-effective test provides valuable insights beyond cell count including morphological abnormalities, indicators of anemia, infection, inflammation and hematological disorders.
•Consider common diseases, time of year, and geographic location for making a diagnosis.
•Prompt on, time treatment leads to quick patient recovery and avoids complications
DOI: 10.22271/27078345.2025.v7.i2c.281Pages: 167-168 | Views: 337 | Downloads: 57Download Full Article: Click Here
How to cite this article:
Awale Rupali, Kumar Keshav, Sharma Swati, Chetanya Rishi.
Trauma, travel, and tropical diseases: The malaria connection. Int J Case Rep Orthop 2025;7(2):167-168. DOI:
10.22271/27078345.2025.v7.i2c.281
