Publication: Rotavirus infection: An unrecognised disease in Nepal
Date
2010
Authors
Article Type
Review Article
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
1812-2027
Volume Title
Pages
Pages: 135 - 140
Publisher
Kathmandu University
Abstract
Abstract
Rotavirus is the most common cause of acute infectious gastroenteritis in young children and is associated with
substantial morbidity and mortality worldwide, mostly in developing countries. The global rotavirus disease burden
has prompted study on their basic research, molecular epidemiology and vaccine development. Little is known about
rotavirus infection among health professionals in Nepal. This article summarises basic and clinical features, treatment
and prevention, epidemiological pattern, challenges and recommendations of human rotavirus infections in Nepal.
Key words: Rotavirus, Epidemiology, Challenges and Recommendations, Nepal
Description
SB Pun
Everest International Clinic and Research Centre, Kathmandu, Nepal