Unexpected predominance of rotavirus G9P[8] strain in Tunisian adult diarrheal patients.

Conclusion. RVA play an important role in AGE not only in children but also in adults. The findings of a wide G9 predominance in patients >5 years highlights the need for continuing surveillance in both pediatric and mature populations.
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Source: Journal of Medical Microbiology - January 30, 2020 Category: Microbiology Authors: Bennour H, Bouazizi A, Fodha I, Ben Hadj Fredj M, Ben Hamida-Rebai M, Jerbi A, Dhiflaoui A, Abdelberi S, Abbassi F, Abroug S, Khlifa M, Fathallah A, Boujaafar N, Trabelsi A Tags: J Med Microbiol Source Type: research