| Literature DB >> 22226692 |
M C A Wegdam-Blans1, L M Kampschreur, C E Delsing, C P Bleeker-Rovers, T Sprong, M E E van Kasteren, D W Notermans, N H M Renders, H A Bijlmer, P J Lestrade, M P G Koopmans, M H Nabuurs-Franssen, J J Oosterheert.
Abstract
A review was performed to determine clinical aspects and diagnostic tools for chronic Q fever. We present a Dutch guideline based on literature and clinical experience with chronic Q fever patients in The Netherlands so far. In this guideline diagnosis is categorized as proven, possible or probable chronic infection based on serology, PCR, clinical symptoms, risk factors and diagnostic imaging.Entities:
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Year: 2011 PMID: 22226692 DOI: 10.1016/j.jinf.2011.12.014
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Infect ISSN: 0163-4453 Impact factor: 6.072