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Severe echo 19 virus infection in a neonatal unit

D R Purdham, P A Purdham, B S Wood

    Archives of Disease in Childhood
    |August 1, 1976
    PubMed
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    An outbreak of echo 19 virus infection impacted a neonatal unit, infecting 12 infants and causing one fatality. Control measures, including unit closure and disinfection, successfully halted the spread.

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    Area of Science:

    • Virology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Neonatal Care

    Background:

    • Neonatal units are vulnerable to infectious disease outbreaks.
    • Enteroviruses, such as echo 19 virus, can cause severe illness in neonates.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe an echo 19 virus epidemic in a neonatal unit.
    • To detail the clinical impact and control measures implemented.

    Main Methods:

    • Case identification and epidemiological investigation.
    • Infection control interventions including unit closure and disinfection.

    Main Results:

    • An epidemic of echo 19 virus infection occurred, affecting 12 neonates.
    • One infant death was associated with the infection.
    • Healthcare staff were also affected, indicating potential for nosocomial spread.

    Conclusions:

    • Prompt implementation of infection control measures, including unit closure and disinfection, was effective in controlling the echo 19 virus outbreak.
    • Vigilance and rapid response are crucial in managing viral epidemics in neonatal settings.

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