| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8740547 | Journal of Infection | 2017 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
The clinical symptoms of pertussis are poor predictors of pertussis disease, independently of the vaccination status. Differences were observed between persons aged <18 years and adults. To adopt the appropriate treatment and control measures, rapid laboratory confirmation by PCR of all household contacts of confirmed cases who present any clinical symptoms compatible with pertussis should be recommended.
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Authors
Angela DomÃnguez, Núria Soldevila, Joan A. Caylà , Manuel GarcÃa-Cenoz, Glòria Ferrús, Maria Rosa Sala-Farré, Josep Álvarez, Mònica Carol, Irene Barrabeig, Neus Camps, Lorena Coronas, Carmen Muñoz-Almagro, Pere Godoy,