Domestically Acquired Campylobacter Infections in Finland

Campylobacter jejuni isolates (n = 533) from domestic cases diagnosed in Finland during a 3-month peak period were studied. The highest rate was observed among those 70–74 years of age. Domestic C. jejuni isolates were especially frequent in the eastern districts. Six serotypes covered 61% of all C....

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Published in:Emerging Infectious Diseases
Main Authors: Antti Vierikko, Marja-Liisa Hänninen, Anja Siitonen, Petri Ruutu, Hilpi Rautelin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2004-01-01
Subjects:
Campylobacter
Campylobacter jejuni
Finland
Gastroenteritis
Serotype
Online Access:https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/10/1/02-0636_article
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Summary:Campylobacter jejuni isolates (n = 533) from domestic cases diagnosed in Finland during a 3-month peak period were studied. The highest rate was observed among those 70–74 years of age. Domestic C. jejuni isolates were especially frequent in the eastern districts. Six serotypes covered 61% of all C. jejuni isolates.
ISSN:1080-6040
1080-6059

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