| Literature DB >> 14670580 |
Rebecca C Brady1, David I Bernstein.
Abstract
Herpes simplex virus (HSV) types 1 and 2 are ubiquitous organisms that cause infections in human populations throughout the world. The clinical manifestations of HSV infections are varied, ranging from asymptomatic disease to life-threatening illness in neonates and immunocompromised hosts. This article will review the common presentations for HSV disease and the current recommendations for the treatment of these infections. A detailed summary of the antiviral drugs used to treat HSV infections is also presented.Entities:
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Year: 2004 PMID: 14670580 DOI: 10.1016/j.antiviral.2003.09.006
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Antiviral Res ISSN: 0166-3542 Impact factor: 5.970