Abstract |
We report the cases of two young immunocompetent children with bronchopneumonia associating disabling, spastic cough and severe hypoxemia. In both patients, a primary Epstein-Barr Virus ( EBV) infection had been suggested based on EBV presence in nasal secretions and a positive serology with anti-VCA immunoglobulin M. Nevertheless, the diagnosis was not confirmed. We discuss the problems confirming EBV responsibility in acute respiratory infections and the pitfalls of diagnostic tests.
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Authors | A Carsin, E Bosdure, C Zandotti, J Mancini, B Chabrol, J-C Dubus |
Journal | Archives de pediatrie : organe officiel de la Societe francaise de pediatrie
(Arch Pediatr)
Vol. 15
Issue 11
Pg. 1667-71
(Nov 2008)
ISSN: 0929-693X [Print] France |
Vernacular Title | Bronchopneumonies sévères chez l'enfant : la sérologie pour le virus d'Epstein-Barr peut-elle égarer ? |
PMID | 18835142
(Publication Type: Case Reports, English Abstract, Journal Article)
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Topics |
- Bronchopneumonia
(virology)
- Child, Preschool
- Epstein-Barr Virus Infections
(diagnosis)
- Female
- Humans
- Male
- Serologic Tests
- Severity of Illness Index
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