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Studies from Ludwig-Maximilians University, Institute of Social Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine reveal new findings on life sciences
April 2nd, 2008
Research findings, 'Varicella-related deaths in children and adolescents--Germany 2003-2004,' are discussed in a new report. According to recent research from Munich, Germany, "Although varicella is acknowledged as a rare cause of death in children, there are few comprehensive data with respect to the clinical course leading to death. A nationwide, active surveillance was carried out in Germany for children up to age 17 years who were admitted to a paediatric hospital for varicella or associated complications, including deaths." "A total of 10 children with varicella-associated death were reported over period of 2 years, yielding a mortality rate of 0.4/1 000 000...
Source: Vaccine Weekly (2008-04-02)
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