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[Gastroenteritis caused by adenoviruses 40/41: epidemiological and clinical aspects]

M J Pena1, R Elcuaz, J Suárez

  • 1Unidad de Microbiología, Hospital Nuestra Señora del Pino, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.

Enfermedades Infecciosas Y Microbiologia Clinica
|October 1, 1992
PubMed

Insights

Adenovirus 40/41 is a significant cause of pediatric gastroenteritis, particularly in children under two. This study highlights its role, peak infection times, and hospital-acquired infections.

Area of Science:

  • Virology
  • Pediatrics
  • Epidemiology

Context:

  • Gastroenteritis is a common illness in children.
  • Adenovirus 40/41 is recognized as a significant pathogen.
  • Understanding its prevalence and characteristics is crucial for public health.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate the clinical and epidemiological significance of adenovirus 40/41 in pediatric gastroenteritis.
  • To determine the incidence and patterns of adenovirus 40/41 infections in a specific pediatric population.

Summary:

  • A 2-year prospective study analyzed 1,697 stool samples from children under 14 using enzyme immunoassay.
  • Adenovirus 40/41 was identified as the third leading cause of gastroenteritis (2.1% infection rate), predominantly affecting children under 24 months.
  • Peak infections occurred in September, with 46.2% of cases being hospital-acquired. Most cases presented as self-limited diarrhea, with good outcomes following rehydration.

Impact:

  • Provides data on the prevalence and clinical impact of adenovirus 40/41 in pediatric gastroenteritis.
  • Informs clinical management and public health strategies for controlling viral diarrheal diseases.
  • Contributes to a better understanding of adenovirus 40/41 epidemiology, aiding in disease prevention and outbreak response.

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