Fomite-transmitted coccidioidomycosis in an immunocompromised child.
Pediatr Infect Dis J
; 26(5): 454-6, 2007 May.
Article
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| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-17468663
ABSTRACT
An unusual, nonendemic case of fomite-transmitted, disseminated coccidioidomycosis in a neutropenic 3-year-old boy is presented. Accurate diagnosis of coccidioidomycosis hinges on recognition of host risk factors, clinical signs and symptoms, and effective implementation of diagnostic studies. Timely diagnosis and treatment is critical for improved morbidity and mortality in the pediatric oncology population.
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Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Coccidioidomicose
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Fômites
Tipo de estudo:
Risk_factors_studies
Limite:
Child, preschool
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Humans
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Male
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Pediatr Infect Dis J
Assunto da revista:
DOENCAS TRANSMISSIVEIS
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PEDIATRIA
Ano de publicação:
2007
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Estados Unidos