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Characterising variation in five genetic loci of cytomegalovirus during treatment for congenital infection.
Journal of medical virology - 1 Mar 2017
Kadambari Seilesh, Atkinson Claire, Luck Suzanne, Macartney Malcolm, Conibear Tim, Harrison Ian, Booth Clare, Sharland Mike, Griffiths Paul D
Abstract excerpt
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is the most common congenital infection in humans and a leading cause of sensorineural hearing loss. Ganciclovir (6 mg/kg twice daily for 42 days) has been shown to reduce hearing deterioration and is used in clinical practice. Vaccines and passive administration of antibody are being evaluated in randomized controlled trials in allograft candidates, women of childbearing age, and pregnant...
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