Human T-cell lymphotropic virus-1 infection: three infected generations in the same family
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop
; Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop;49(5): 660-662, Sept.-Oct. 2016. graf
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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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Coleções:
01-internacional
Base de dados:
LILACS
Assunto principal:
Infecções por HTLV-I
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Transmissão Vertical de Doenças Infecciosas
Limite:
Child
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Female
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop
Assunto da revista:
MEDICINA TROPICAL
Ano de publicação:
2016
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Brasil
País de publicação:
Brasil