Trends in Epidemiology and Clinical Characteristics of Diphtheria in Yemen's Hajjah Governorate: A Seven-Year Retrospective Study (2018–2024) - Scorecard - MDSpire
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Trends in Epidemiology and Clinical Characteristics of Diphtheria in Yemen's Hajjah Governorate: A Seven-Year Retrospective Study (2018–2024)
Clinical Scorecard: Trends in Epidemiology and Clinical Characteristics of Diphtheria in Yemen's Hajjah Governorate: A Seven-Year Retrospective Study (2018–2024)
At a Glance
Category
Detail
Condition
Key Mechanisms
Caused by Corynebacterium diphtheriae, leading to toxin-mediated tissue destruction and systemic complications, including myocarditis and nephritis.
Target Population
Care Setting
Key Highlights
Diphtheria cases in Yemen increased by 57% from 2022 to 2023, with 1,671 cases reported in 2023.
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
Management
Immediate medical intervention for suspected cases, including administration of diphtheria antitoxin and antibiotics such as penicillin or erythromycin.
Monitoring & Follow-up
Risks
Patient & Prescribing Data
Children under 5 years old in Hajjah Governorate.
Timely administration of antitoxin and antibiotics is critical to reduce mortality.
Clinical Best Practices
Enhance vaccination campaigns to improve coverage, including outreach to underserved communities.
Implement community education on diphtheria transmission and prevention, utilizing local leaders.
by Wadhah Hassan Edrees, Abdulbasit Ahmed Al-Ghoury, Abdulrahman Abdullah Humaid, Qais Yusuf Abdullah, Ali Ahmed Al-Hadheq, Wadee Abdullah Al-Shehari, Ali Ahmed Al-Halani, Mohammed Alsebaeai
