Haemophilus influenzae type B meningitis: Is there a re-emergence? 24 years of experience in a children's hospital.
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DOI: 10.5546/aap.2017.eng.227
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Haemophilus influenzae type B (Hib) used to be the main cause of bacterial meningitis in children younger than 5 years old. Following the introduction of the Hib vaccine in the immunization schedule (1998), its… read more here.
Keywords: meningitis; immunization; haemophilus influenzae; hib meningitis ... See more keywords
Estimating the global and regional burden of meningitis in children caused by Haemophilus influenzae type b: A systematic review and meta-analysis
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DOI: 10.7189/jogh.12.04014
Abstract: Background Haemophilus influenzae Type B (Hib) meningitis caused significant public health concern for children. Recent assessment in 2015 suggests vaccination has virtually eliminated invasive Hib diseases. However, many countries launched their programs after 2010, and… read more here.
Keywords: incidence; meningitis; region; meningitis children ... See more keywords