Emerging Infectious Diseases (Jul 2015)
Severe Pediatric Adenovirus 7 Disease in Singapore Linked to Recent Outbreaks across Asia
Abstract
During November 2012–July 2013, a marked increase of adenovirus type 7 (Ad7) infections associated with severe disease was documented among pediatric patients in Singapore. Phylogenetic analysis revealed close genetic links with severe Ad7 outbreaks in China, Taiwan, and other parts of Asia.
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