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Human T-cell lymphotropic virus-1 infection: three infected generations in the same family
Mendes, Marcela Sena Teixeira; Costa, Mariana Carvalho; Costa, Izelda Maria Carvalho.
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  • Mendes, Marcela Sena Teixeira; Universidade de Brasília. Programa de Pós Graduação Senso Stricto em Ciências da Saúde. Brasília. BR
  • Costa, Mariana Carvalho; Universidade de Brasília. Programa de Pós Graduação Senso Stricto em Ciências da Saúde. Brasília. BR
  • Costa, Izelda Maria Carvalho; Universidade de Brasília. Programa de Pós Graduação Senso Stricto em Ciências da Saúde. Brasília. BR
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop ; 49(5): 660-662, Sept.-Oct. 2016. graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-798114
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ABSTRACT
Abstract The human T-cell lymphotropic virus-1 (HTLV-1) affects worldwide population; the estimated number of currently infected individuals is 10-20 million. In this report, we describe the clinical findings of three family members with vertical transmission of HTLV-1. This case report highlights the importance of healthcare providers who have optimal knowledge about HTLV-1 including its transmission and pertinent attributes, and who are able to provide affected individuals with adequate information regarding their condition.
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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: LILACS Main subject: HTLV-I Infections / Infectious Disease Transmission, Vertical Limits: Child / Female / Humans Language: English Journal: Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop Journal subject: Tropical Medicine Year: 2016 Document type: Article Affiliation country: Brazil Institution/Affiliation country: Universidade de Brasília/BR
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Full text: Available Collection: International databases Database: LILACS Main subject: HTLV-I Infections / Infectious Disease Transmission, Vertical Limits: Child / Female / Humans Language: English Journal: Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop Journal subject: Tropical Medicine Year: 2016 Document type: Article Affiliation country: Brazil Institution/Affiliation country: Universidade de Brasília/BR