reviewNew England Journal of MedicineJan 16, 2008BRONZE OA

Update on Avian Influenza A (H5N1) Virus Infection in Humans

WCWriting Committee of the Second World Health Organization Consultation on Clinical Aspects of Human Infection with Avian Influenza A (H5N1) Virus
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Abstract

Avian influenza A (H5N1) viruses are entrenched among poultry in parts of Asia and Africa and continue to cause disease with high mortality in humans. This update summarizes recent information including research on the transmission and pathogenesis of the infection and on the current strategies for treatment and prevention. Copyright © 2008 Massachusetts Medical Society. All rights reserved.

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    Writing Committee of the Second World Health Organization Consultation on Clinical Aspects of Human Infection with Avian Influenza A (H5N1) VirusCorresponding

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Keywords
  • Influenza A virus subtype H5N1
  • Virology
  • Medicine
  • Influenza A virus
  • Transmission and infection of H5N1
  • Virus
  • Orthomyxoviridae
  • Pandemic
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