March 9, 2010

Latest Article Alert from BMC Infectious Diseases (36 articles)

The latest articles from BMC Infectious Diseases, published between 07-Feb-2010 and 08-Mar-2010

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Commentary
Searching for the elusive typhoid diagnostic
Baker S, Favorov M, Dougan G
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:45 (5 March 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/45/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2334-10-45.pdf

Case report
Is the drug-induced hypersensitivity syndrome (DIHS) due to human herpesvirus 6 infection or to allergy-mediated viral reactivation? Report of a case and literature review
Gentile I, Talamo M, Borgia G
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:49 (6 March 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/49/abstract
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Case report
A case of pulmonary tuberculosis presenting as diffuse alveolar haemorrhage: is there a role for anticardiolipin antibodies?
Marruchella A, Corpolongo A, Tommasi C, Lauria FN, Narciso P
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:33 (20 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/33/abstract
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20170532

Correspondence
Pattern and determinants of HIV research productivity in sub-Saharan Africa: bibliometric analysis of 1981 to 2009 PubMed papers
Uthman OA
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:47 (5 March 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/47/abstract
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Research article
Diagnosis and follow-up of treatment of latent tuberculosis; the utility of the QuantiFERON-TB Gold In-tube assay in outpatients from a tuberculosis low-endemic country
Dyrhol-Riise AM, Gran G, Wenzel-Larsen T, Blomberg B, Gill Haanshuus C, Morkve O
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:57 (8 March 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/57/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2334-10-57.pdf

Research article
Circulation of human influenza viruses and emergence of Oseltamivir-resistant A(H1N1) viruses in Cameroon, Central Africa
Njouom R, Sadeuh Mba SA, Noah Noah D, Gregory V, Collins P, Cappy P, Hay A, Rousset D
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:56 (8 March 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/56/abstract
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Research article
Acquisition of antibodies to merozoite surface protein 3 among residents of Korogwe, north eastern Tanzania
Segeja MD, Mmbando BP, Seth MD, Lusingu JP, Lemnge MM
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:55 (8 March 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/55/abstract
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Research article
Mortality among patients with tuberculosis requiring intensive care: a retrospective cohort study
Silva DR, Menegotto DM, Schulz LF, Gazzana MB, Dalcin PT
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:54 (7 March 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/54/abstract
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Research article
Occult Hepatitis B Virus infection in ART-Naive HIV-Infected Patients seen at a Tertiary Care Centre in North India
Gupta S, Singh S
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:53 (7 March 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/53/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2334-10-53.pdf

Research article
Latent tuberculosis among pregnant mothers in a resource poor setting in Northern Tanzania: a cross-sectional study
Sheriff FG, Manji KP, Manji MP, Chagani MM, Mpembeni RM, Jusabani AM, Alwani ZR, Karimjee TS
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:52 (7 March 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/52/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2334-10-52.pdf

Research article
Spatial clustering in the spatio-temporal dynamics of endemic cholera
Ruiz-Moreno D, Pascual M, Emch M, Yunus M
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:51 (6 March 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/51/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2334-10-51.pdf

Research article
A comparative epidemiologic analysis of SARS in Hong Kong, Beijing and Taiwan
Lau EH, Hsiung AC, Cowling BJ, Chen C, Ho L, Tsang T, Chang C, Donnelly CA, Leung GM
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:50 (6 March 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/50/abstract
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Research article
Predicting results of mycobacterial culture on sputum smear reversion after anti-tuberculous treatment: a case control study
Shu C, Wang J, Lee C, Wang J, Lee L, Yu C
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:48 (6 March 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/48/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2334-10-48.pdf

Research article
Spatial distribution and risk factors of Brucellosis in Iberian wild ungulates
Munoz PM, Boadella M, Arnal M, de Miguel M, Revilla M, Martinez D, Vicente J, Acevedo P, Oleaga A, Ruiz-Fons F, Marin CM, Prieto JM, de la Fuente J, Barral M, Barberan M, Fernandez de Luco D, Blasco JM, Gortazar C
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:46 (5 March 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/46/abstract
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Research article
Galactomannan testing of bronchoalveolar lavage fluid is useful for diagnosis of invasive pulmonary aspergillosis in hematology patients
Hsu L, Ding Y, Phua J, Koh L, Chan DS, Khoo K, Tambyah PA
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:44 (3 March 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/44/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2334-10-44.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20199673

Research article
Extensive transmission of isoniazid resistant M. tuberculosis and its association with increased multidrug-resistant TB in two rural counties of eastern China: A molecular epidemiological study
Hu Y, Hoffner S, Jiang W, Wang W, Xu B
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:43 (28 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/43/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2334-10-43.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20187977

Research article
Awareness, attitudes, and practices related to the swine influenza pandemic among the Saudi public
Balkhy HH, Abolfotouh MA, Al-Hathlool RH, Al-Jumah MA
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:42 (28 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/42/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2334-10-42.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20187976

Research article
Rapid screening of MDR-TB using molecular Line Probe Assay is feasible in Uganda
Albert H, Bwanga F, Mukkada S, Nyesiga B, Ademun P, Lukyamuzi G, Haile M, Hoffner S, Joloba M, O'Brien R
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:41 (26 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/41/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2334-10-41.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20187922

Research article
Regional differences in rates of HIV-1 viral load monitoring in Canada: Insights and implications for antiretroviral care in high income countries
Raboud JM, Loutfy MR, Su D, Bayoumi AM, Klein MB, Cooper C, Machouf N, Rourke S, Walmsley S, Rachlis A, Harrigan PR, Smieja M, Tsoukas C, Montaner JS, Hogg RS, Collaboration C
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:40 (25 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/40/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2334-10-40.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20184766

Research article
Clinical severity of Mycoplasma pneumoniae (MP) infection is associated with bacterial load in oropharyngeal secretions but not with MP genotype
Nilsson AC, Bjorkman P, Welinder-Olsson C, Widell A, Persson K
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:39 (25 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/39/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2334-10-39.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20184731

Research article
Dry weather induces outbreaks of human West Nile virus infections
Wang G, Minnis RB, Belant JL, Wax CL
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:38 (24 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/38/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2334-10-38.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20181272

Research article
Evidence for waning of latency in a cohort study of tuberculosis
Wiker HG, Mustafa T, Bjune GA, Harboe M
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:37 (23 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/37/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2334-10-37.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20178619

Research article
Genetic diversity of NS5A protein from hepatitis C virus genotype 3a and its relationship to therapy response
Bittar C, Jardim AG, Yamasaki LH, de Queiroz AT, Carareto CM, Pinho JR, de Carvalho-Mello IV, Rahal P
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:36 (23 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/36/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2334-10-36.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20178583

Research article
Healthcare workers and health care-associated infections: knowledge, attitudes, and behavior in emergency departments in Italy
Parmeggiani C, Abbate R, Marinelli P, Angelillo IF
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:35 (23 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/35/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2334-10-35.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20178573

Research article
Knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) relating to avian influenza in urban and rural areas of China
Xiang N, Shi Y, Wu J, Zhang S, Ye M, Peng Z, Zhou L, Zhou H, Liao Q, Huai Y, Li L, Yu Z, Cheng X, Su W, Wu X, Ma H, Lu J, McFarland J, Yu H
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:34 (21 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/34/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2334-10-34.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20170542

Research article
Chronic pain associated with the Chikungunya Fever: long lasting burden of an acute illness
de Andrade D, Jean S, Clavelou P, Dallel R, Bouhassira D
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:31 (19 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/31/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/31
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20170492

Research article
Food-borne norovirus-outbreak at a military base, Germany, 2009
Wadl M, Scherer K, Nielsen S, Diedrich S, Ellerbroek L, Frank C, Gatzer R, Hoehne M, Johne R, Klein G, Koch J, Schulenburg J, Thielbein U, Stark K, Bernard H
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:30 (17 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/30/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/30
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20163705

Research article
Assessing the role of undetected colonization and isolation precautions in reducing Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus transmission in intensive care units
Kypraios T, O'Neill PD, Huang SS, Rifas-Shiman SL, Cooper BS
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:29 (16 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/29/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/29
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20158891

Research article
High-mobility group box-1 protein, lipopolysaccharide-binding protein, interleukin-6 and C-reactive protein in children with community acquired infections and bacteraemia: a prospective study
Pavare J, Grope I, Kalnins I, Gardovska D
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:28 (16 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/28/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/28
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20158885

Research article
Prevalence of HPV infection among Greek women attending a gynecological outpatient clinic
Stamataki P, Papazafiropoulou A, Elefsiniotis I, Giannakopoulou M, Brokalaki H, Apostolopoulou E, Sarafis P, Saroglou G
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:27 (15 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/27/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/27
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20156352

Research article
Survey of HBsAg-positive pregnant women and their infants regarding measures to prevent maternal-infantile transmission
Guo Y, Liu J, Meng L, Meina H, Du Y
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:26 (15 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/26/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/26
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20156338

Research article
Contingency planning for a deliberate release of smallpox in Great Britain - the role of geographical scale and contact structure
House T, Hall I, Danon L, Keeling MJ
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:25 (14 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/25/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/25
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20152056

Research article
Pp65 antigenemia, plasma real-time PCR and DBS test in symptomatic and asymptomatic cytomegalovirus congenitally infected newborns
Binda S, Mammoliti A, Primache V, Dido P, Corbetta C, Mosca F, Pugni L, Bossi A, Ricci C, Barbi M
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:24 (11 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/24/abstract
Full text http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/24
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PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20149232

Research article
The tuberculosis challenge in a rural South African HIV programme
Houlihan CF, Mutevedzi PC, Lessells RJ, Cooke GS, Tanser FC, Newell M
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:23 (10 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/23/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2334-10-23.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20146818

Research article
African meningitis belt pneumococcal disease epidemiology indicates a need for an effective serotype 1 containing vaccine, including for older children and adults
Gessner BD, Mueller JE, Yaro S
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:22 (10 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/22/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2334-10-22.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20146815

Technical advance
An optimal control theory approach to non-pharmaceutical interventions
Lin F, Muthuraman K, Lawley M
BMC Infectious Diseases 2010, 10:32 (19 February 2010)
Abstract http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/32/abstract
Provisional PDF http://www.biomedcentral.com/content/pdf/1471-2334-10-32.pdf
PubMed http://www.biomedcentral.com/pubmed/20170501

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