Respiratory syncytial virus infection: why does disease severity vary among individuals?

Volume: 14, Issue: 4, Pages: 415 - 423
Published: Feb 3, 2020
Abstract
Introduction: Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is the most common cause of acute lower respiratory tract infections in infancy. While many infants are infected with RSV, the nature and severity of the disease vary among individuals. RSV causes bronchiolitis, pneumonia, and asthma exacerbation. However, most children infected with RSV have only mild upper airways disease and may be asymptomatic.Areas covered: Despite efforts to elucidate...
Paper Details
Title
Respiratory syncytial virus infection: why does disease severity vary among individuals?
Published Date
Feb 3, 2020
Volume
14
Issue
4
Pages
415 - 423
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