Influenza and parainfluenza viral infections in children.

Autor:	Fox TG; Department of Pediatrics, Ryan White Center for Pediatric Infectious Disease, Indiana University School of Medicine, Riley Hospital for Children, Indianapolis, IN., Christenson JC; Department of Pediatrics, Ryan White Center for Pediatric Infectious Disease, Indiana University School of Medicine, Riley Hospital for Children, Indianapolis, IN.
Jazyk:	angličtina
Zdroj:	Pediatrics in review [Pediatr Rev] 2014 Jun; Vol. 35 (6), pp. 217-27; quiz 228.
DOI:	10.1542/pir.35-6-217
Abstrakt:	• On the basis of strong epidemiologic evidence, influenza and parainfluenza viruses are responsible for significant morbidity and mortality in young infants and children and in persons with chronic medical conditions. (1)(4)(26)(27)(35). • On the basis of research evidence, influenza vaccines are effective in preventing disease in high-risk individuals. (8)(17)(18). • On the basis of strong research evidence, influenza vaccines are safe in young infants and children 6 months or older. (8)(15).• On the basis of research evidence, the use of corticosteroids and epinephrine is beneficial in the treatment of laryngotracheitis caused by parainfluenza viruses. (44)(45)(46)(47). • Strong evidence supports the use of influenza vaccines in pregnant mothers as a strategy to prevent disease in infants younger than 6 months. (17)(18)(19).
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