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An In vitro Model to Study Immune Responses of Human Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells to Human Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
Published on: December 11, 2013
Preventing RSV Infection in Children: Current Passive Immunizations and Vaccine Development
Pius I Babawale1, Iván Martínez-Espinoza1, Alaine' M Mitchell1
1Department of Pathobiological Sciences, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803, USA.
Abstract:
Human respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a leading cause of acute respiratory tract infection and lower respiratory tract infection, associated with high morbidity and mortality in young children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals. Initial attempts to develop an RSV vaccine in the 1960s were faced with a setback due to the enhanced RSV disease developed by vaccinated children. More recent advancements have led to the generation of RSV vaccines for older adults and pregnant women. However, there are still no commercially available RSV vaccines for infants. This work summarizes the current passive immunizations and the ongoing efforts to develop an RSV vaccine for infants.
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