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Comparing Human Metapneumovirus and Respiratory Syncytial Virus: Viral Co-Detections, Genotypes and Risk Factors for Severe Disease.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2017
Moe Nina, Krokstad Sidsel, Stenseng Inger Heimdal, Christensen Andreas, Skanke Lars Høsøien, Risnes Kari Ravndal, Nordbø Svein Arne, Døllner Henrik
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: It is unclarified as to whether viral co-detection and human metapneumovirus (HMPV) genotypes relate to clinical manifestations in children with HMPV and lower respiratory tract infection (LRTI), and if the clinical course and risk factors for severe LRTI differ between HMPV and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). METHODS: We prospectively enrolled hospitalized children aged <16 years with LRTI from...
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