A new epidemic wave of Bordetella pertussis in paediatric population: impact and role of co-infections in pertussis disease

A new epidemic wave of Bordetella pertussis in paediatric population: impact and role of co-infections in pertussis disease

Abstract Background In recent months, Bordetella pertussis has reappeared after maintaining a low rate for many years. Although pertussis is usually characterized by a favorable course, several factors can contribute to the severity of the disease, such as mixed respiratory infections. In this study...

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Main Authors: Rossana Scutari, Giulia Linardos, Stefania Ranno, Mara Pisani, Anna Chiara Vittucci, Luana Coltella, Luna Colagrossi, Velia Chiara Di Maio, Annamaria Sisto, Livia Mancinelli, Simona Landi, Sebastian Cristaldi, Massimiliano Raponi, Paola Bernaschi, Alberto Villani, Cristina Russo, Carlo Federico Perno
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-01-01
Series:Italian Journal of Pediatrics
Subjects:
Bordetella pertussis
Whooping cough
Co-infections
Infants
Epidemiology
Pertussis disease
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13052-025-01865-4
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