Appearance of Bordetella pertussis Strains Not Expressing the Vaccine Antigen Pertactin in Finland

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Despite extensive vaccinations, resurgence of pertussis has been reported in many countries ([9][1]). Recently, emergence of Bordetella pertussis isolates not expressing the vaccine antigen pertactin (Prn) or pertussis toxin was described in France, where surveillance of the clinical isolates has

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