Nosocomial transmission of severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome in Korea.
case_series · Level IV
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Abstract
Of the 27 healthcare workers (HCWs) who had contact with a fatally ill patient with severe thrombocytopenia syndrome in Korea (SFTS), 4 who were involved in cardiopulmonary resuscitation complained of fever and were diagnosed with SFTS via seroconversion. Exposure to respiratory secretions, blood, or gowns soiled by body fluids was significantly associated with infection of HCWs.
Medical subject headings
- Bunyaviridae Infections
- Cross Infection
- Health Personnel
- Occupational Diseases