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[An outbreak of Coxsackie B enteroviral infection in children]

V N Girin, I I Boĭko, V A Kirilenko

    Likars'Ka Sprava
    |February 1, 1994
    PubMed

    Insights

    An enteroviral outbreak caused by Coxsackie B5 virus occurred at a children's health camp. The illness presented with respiratory symptoms, rash, and acute glomerulonephritis in affected children.

    Area of Science:

    • Virology
    • Pediatrics
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Enteroviral infections can cause significant outbreaks in pediatric populations.
    • Coxsackie B5 virus is a known enterovirus with diverse clinical manifestations.

    Observation:

    • An outbreak of Coxsackie B5 virus infection was identified among children at a health camp.
    • Clinical features included acute onset, respiratory catarrh, and general intoxication.

    Findings:

    • Two patients presented with exanthema (skin rash).
    • A notable finding was renal involvement, specifically acute glomerulonephritis with a hematuric syndrome.

    Implications:

    • This outbreak highlights the potential for Coxsackie B5 virus to cause significant illness in children.
    • Understanding the clinical spectrum, including renal complications, is crucial for timely diagnosis and management of enteroviral outbreaks.

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