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FOMITE-TRANSMITTED COCCIDIOIDOMYCOSIS IN AN IMMUNOCOMPROMISED CHILD

The Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal, ISSN: 0891-3668, Vol: 26, Issue: 5, Page: 454-456
2007
  • 25
    Citations
  • 0
    Usage
  • 8
    Captures
  • 1
    Mentions
  • 0
    Social Media
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Metrics Details

  • Citations
    25
    • Citation Indexes
      21
    • Clinical Citations
      2
      • PubMed Guidelines
        2
    • Policy Citations
      2
      • Policy Citation
        2
  • Captures
    8
  • Mentions
    1
    • Blog Mentions
      1
      • Blog
        1

Article Description

An unusual, nonendemic case of fomite-transmitted, disseminated coccidioidomycosis in a neutropenic 3-year-old boy is presented. Accurate diagnosis of coccidioidomycosis hinges on recognition of host risk factors, clinical signs and symptoms, and effective implementation of diagnostic studies. Timely diagnosis and treatment is critical for improved morbidity and mortality in the pediatric oncology population.

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