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Norovirus Genotypes in Hospital Settings: Differences Between Nosocomial and Community-Acquired Infections.
The Journal of infectious diseases - 15 Sept 2015
Franck Kristina Træholt, Nielsen Rikke Thoft, Holzknecht Barbara Juliane, Ersbøll Annette Kjær, Fischer Thea Kølsen, Böttiger Blenda
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Norovirus (NoV) is a major cause of gastroenteritis and hospital outbreaks, leading to substantial morbidity and direct healthcare expenses as well as indirect societal costs. The aim of the study was to estimate the proportion of nosocomial NoV infections among inpatients testing positive for NoV in Denmark, 2002-2010, and to study the distribution of NoV genotypes among inpatients with nosocomial...
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