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JOURNAL OF TROPICAL PEDIATRICS
卷 52, 期 4, 页码 282-287出版社
OXFORD UNIV PRESS
DOI: 10.1093/tropej/fml002
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RSV; epidemiology; clinical characteristics; Jordan
This study was carried out to determine the prevalence, seasonal distribution of RSV, the signs and symptoms associated with it in Jordan. A total of 200 nasopharyngeal aspirates were obtained from hospitalized children (below 2 years old). RSV was detected in 12.5% of patients using direct immunofluorescence technique. Most infections were associated with bronchilotitis, and higher rates of hypoxemia, retractions, tachypnea, hyperinflation and interstitial infiltrates in I to 3 months old children. RSV showed a clear temporal periodicity. The epidemic began in December and disappeared in March with a peak of incidence during February 2003 and January 2004. The seasonal distribution showed a significant correlation with temperature, rainfall and relative humidity. This study provides further information on RSV epidemiology which could help in planning of prevention and control programs in Jordan, distinguishing RSV infections on the basis of the clinical picture and considering RSV between December and March each year.
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