| Literature DB >> 22402031 |
Shauna M Bennett1, Nicole M Broekema, Michael J Imperiale.
Abstract
BK polyomavirus (BKPyV) is a small double-stranded DNA virus that is an emerging pathogen in immunocompromised individuals. BKPyV is widespread in the general population, but primarily causes disease when immune suppression leads to reactivation of latent virus. Polyomavirus-associated nephropathy and hemorrhagic cystitis in renal and bone marrow transplant patients, respectively, are the most common diseases associated with BKPyV reactivation and lytic infection. In this review, we discuss the clinical relevance, effects on the host, virus life cycle, and current treatment protocols.Entities:
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Year: 2012 PMID: 22402031 PMCID: PMC3568954 DOI: 10.1016/j.micinf.2012.02.002
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Microbes Infect ISSN: 1286-4579 Impact factor: 2.700