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Pediatric Rotavirus Gastroenteritis: A 2 year Analysis to Understand Current Prevalence in Mumbai

Nerurkar, V and Dhole, V and Kothari, N and Bhatia, S (2011) Pediatric Rotavirus Gastroenteritis: A 2 year Analysis to Understand Current Prevalence in Mumbai. [Journal (On-line/Unpaginated)]

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Abstract

Many studies have established the high prevalence of paediatric Rotavirus gastroenteritis in India. The importance of rapid diagnosis of rotavirus infection has also been stressed upon, to initiate prompt rehydration therapy and prevent unnecessary use of antibiotics .We undertook a retrospective analysis of 327 paediatric stool specimens to understand the current prevalence and seasonal distribution of cases in Mumbai and its surrounding areas. Overall Rotavirus positivity rate was 37.9 %, with peak positivity in winter seasons. Infections were more common upto 2 years of age. Incidence of bacterial and parasitic coinfections was low.

Item Type:Journal (On-line/Unpaginated)
Keywords:Rotavirus; Paediatric diarrhea; Antigen detection
Subjects:JOURNALS > Online Journal of Health and Allied Sciences
ID Code:7826
Deposited By: Kakkilaya Bevinje, Dr. Srinivas
Deposited On:28 Dec 2011 03:02
Last Modified:28 Dec 2011 03:02

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