Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
4173167 Paediatrics and Child Health 2010 5 Pages PDF
Abstract

Preterm infants have a unique immune system and a higher risk of vaccine preventable diseases. In some instances they are recommended to have additional doses of particular vaccines. This review details these preterm infants' immunization recommendations and outlines some of the strategies that can be employed to optimize their protection from vaccine preventable diseases.

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