Pericarditis Associated With Acute Zika Virus Infection in a Returning Traveler.

abstract：Background:The Short Physical Performance Battery (SPPB) is a well regarded physical functioning assessment including balance, gait speed, and chair-stand tests. Its use has not been widely assessed in human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) care. We evaluated the feasibility of integrating the SPPB into care of aging peopl...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Crane HM,Miller ME,Pierce J,Willig AL,Case ML,Wilkin AM,Brown S,Asirot MG,Fredericksen RJ,Saag MS,Landay AL,High KP

更新日期：2019-03-11 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Residual monocyte activation may contribute to increased risk for endothelial dysfunction and subsequent atherosclerotic cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) among people with HIV (PWH) on antiretroviral therapy (ART). We examined the relationship between monocyte activation and endothelial activation in PWH in Ke...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Temu TM,Polyak SJ,Zifodya JS,Wanjalla CN,Koethe JR,Masyuko S,Nyabiage J,Kinuthia J,Gervassi AL,Oyugi J,Page S,Farquhar C

更新日期：2020-09-12 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Kindergarten-entry vaccination requirements have played an important role in controlling vaccine-preventable diseases in the United States. Forty-eight states and the District of Colombia offer nonmedical exemptions to vaccines, ranging in stringency. Methods:We analyzed state-level exemption data from 2011...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Omer SB,Porter RM,Allen K,Salmon DA,Bednarczyk RA

更新日期：2017-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：:We report on a case of loiasis revealed during an assisted reproductive technology (ART) cycle. Loa loa could limit implantation outcome. We propose to focus on an ART strategy with frozen embryos to treat the patient before any transfer. ...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Puy V,Scheffler F,Tinez C,Belhadri-Mansouri N,Huguenin A,Capelle S,Agnamey P,Devaux A,Frydman N,Copin H,Benkhalifa M

更新日期：2017-10-06 00:00:00

abstract：Background:There are few longitudinal data on the risk factors and mediators of racial disparities in sepsis among community- dwelling US adults. Methods:This is a longitudinal study of adult participants in the 1999-2005 National Health Interview Survey with data linked to the 1999-2011 National Death Index. We utili...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Kempker JA,Kramer MR,Waller LA,Martin GS

更新日期：2018-11-15 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Identification of HIV infection at the early stage is valuable for patient management, for prevention, and for research purposes. In practice, identification of a recent HIV infection at diagnosis proves challenging after HIV antibody seroconversion but can be suspected using Western blots (WBs) or immunoblo...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Stefic K,Mahjoub N,Desouche C,Néré ML,Thierry D,Delaugerre C,Barin F,Chaix ML

更新日期：2020-04-21 00:00:00

abstract：:Interpretive criteria for in vitro susceptibility testing criteria, "susceptibility breakpoints," underpin the evaluation and selection of antimicrobial regimens. However, despite their strengths, susceptibility breakpoints are a relatively blunt instrument employed to address an extremely complex question-what is the...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Bader JC,Lakota EA,Andes DR,Rubino CM,Ambrose PG,Bhavnani SM

更新日期：2018-10-31 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Recent mumps outbreaks among 2-dose measles mumps rubella (MMR) vaccine recipients have raised questions regarding the potential benefits of a third dose of vaccine (MMR3). If MMR3 provides a sustained elevation in mumps antibody, it may be beneficial for certain at-risk groups or as an outbreak control meas...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Latner DR,Parker Fiebelkorn A,McGrew M,Williams NJ,Coleman LA,McLean HQ,Rubin S,Hickman CJ

更新日期：2017-12-08 00:00:00

abstract：:We treated three pediatric cardiac transplant patients with chronic parvovirus viremia with high-dose intravenous immunoglobulin (HD-IVIG). One patient with severe T-cell lymphopenia suffered recurrent viremia and aseptic meningitis, which resolved remarkably when he was switched to high-dose hyaluronidase-facilitated...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Cruz RJ,Dasso JF,Duff C,Krasnopero D,Long Z,Ellison M,Nieves D,Sriaroon P,Asante-Korang A,Walter JE

更新日期：2020-03-12 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Malaria transmission through blood transfusion is an accidental but preventable cause of malaria infection and is increasingly becoming a matter of concern for blood transfusion services. This systematic review was conducted to provide a summary of evidence about the prevalence of Plasmodium infection in asy...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Ahmadpour E,Foroutan-Rad M,Majidiani H,Moghaddam SM,Hatam-Nahavandi K,Hosseini SA,Rahimi MT,Barac A,Rubino S,Zarean M,Mathioudakis AG,Cevik M

更新日期：2019-06-11 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Cytomegalovirus retinitis is a treatable cause of blindness in people with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) typically with CD4 counts <50 cells/mm3. Diagnosis is with indirect fundoscopy, and treatment is with intravitreal ganciclovir injections or systemic therapy. However, diagnosis and treatment are not...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Ocieczek P,Barnacle JR,Gumulira J,Phiri S,Heller T,Grabska-Liberek I

更新日期：2019-11-06 00:00:00

abstract：:A 7-year-old child of Turkish origin presented with headache and vomiting in the context of prolonged fever of unknown source. At examination, oral candidiasis and chronic onychomycosis were noted. A Candida meningoencephalitis was diagnosed and intravenous Amphotericin B liposomal was given during 6 months relayed by...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Martin S,Balligand E,Peeters J,Nassogne MC,Mondovits B,Loop M,de Selys A,Vanclaire J,Vermylen C,De Bruyckere JJ,Chatzis O,Puel A,Gilliaux O,Van Der Linden D

更新日期：2019-11-03 00:00:00

abstract：:Splenic infarction is a rare complication of infectious mononucleosis. We describe 3 cases of splenic infarction attributed to infectious mononucleosis that we encountered within a 2-month period. We underscore the awareness of this potential complication of infectious mononucleosis and discuss the differential diagno...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Li Y,George A,Arnaout S,Wang JP,Abraham GM

更新日期：2018-02-17 00:00:00

abstract：:Because of concerns about possible emergence of artemisinin resistance strains of Plasmodium falciparum in mining areas of the interior of Guyana, a 7-day artesunate trial was conducted from March to December 2014. The day-3 parasite clearance rate, the efficacy of artesunate at day 28, and polymorphism of Kelch 13 (P...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Rahman R,Martin MJ,Persaud S,Ceron N,Kellman D,Musset L,Carter KH,Ringwald P

更新日期：2016-08-30 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Antiretroviral therapy (ART) is recommended for all people living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), yet physician attitudes and prescribing behaviors toward members of key risk populations may limit ART access and undermine treatment as prevention strategies. METHODS:Physicians in Malaysia (N = 214) ...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Ferro EG,Culbert GJ,Wickersham JA,Marcus R,Steffen AD,Pauls HA,Westergaard RP,Lee CK,Kamarulzaman A,Altice FL

更新日期：2017-01-25 00:00:00

abstract：:We assessed the impact of a rapid molecular assay for influenza detection whether outsourced or performed onsite 24/7 in a University Hospital in Paris, France. Shorter median time-to-results (16.8 vs 2.3 hours, P < .05) and an increased rate of adequate prescription of oseltamivir (76.6% vs 95.3%, P < .05) were obser...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Jacquier H,Péan de Ponfilly G,Chauvin A,Amarsy R,Benmansour H,Hoang-Nguyen DT,Lecorché E,Mesnil C,Mougari F,Munier AL,Salmona M,Berçot B,Le Goff J,Cambau E

更新日期：2020-08-25 00:00:00

abstract：:Cryptococcus gattii represents an emerging fungal pathogen of immunocompromised and immunocompetent hosts in the United States. To our knowledge, this is the first case of posttransplant immune reconstitution syndrome due to C. gattii meningoencephalitis successfully treated with corticosteroids. We also report succes...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Canfield GS,Henao-Martínez AF,Franco-Paredes C,Zhelnin K,Wilson ML,Shihadeh KC,Wyles D,Gardner EM

更新日期：2019-10-23 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Recent observations provide evidence for group-specific immunity toward influenza A infections and raise the question of how often we can get the flu. Methods:We retrospectively analyzed 2308 cases of children and adolescents with clinically manifested influenza and a positive PCR-test during the last 4 epi...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Möst J,Redlberger-Fritz M,Weiss G

更新日期：2019-04-23 00:00:00

abstract：:Toxoplasma encephalitis is a well recognized complication of acquired immune deficiency syndrome, solid organ transplantation, and allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT). However, patients with hematologic malignancies not treated with allogeneic HSCT may also develop this condition, which requires ...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Morjaria S,Epstein DJ,Romero FA,Taur Y,Seo SK,Papanicolaou GA,Hatzoglou V,Rosenblum M,Perales MA,Scordo M,Kaltsas A

更新日期：2016-03-30 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Rates of hepatitis C virus (HCV) among women of childbearing age have increased as a result of the opioid epidemic, especially in the nonurban white population. Recently updated US Preventative Services Task Force and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance have recommended universal HCV screenin...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Kushner T,Park C,Masand D,Wagner B,Grace M,Rosenbluth E,Rodriquez-Rivas C,de la Cruz H,Overbey J,Sperling R

更新日期：2020-10-23 00:00:00

abstract：: Background.  Many human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected patients remain on nevirapine-based antiretroviral therapy (ART) despite safety and efficacy concerns. Switching to a rilpivirine-based regimen is an alternative, but there is little experience with rilpivirine ...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Collins SE,Grant PM,Uwinkindi F,Talbot A,Seruyange E,Slamowitz D,Mugeni A,Remera E,Niyonsenga SP,Nyirimigabo J,Uwizihiwe JP,Dongier P,Muhayimpundu R,Mazarati JB,Zolopa A,Nsanzimana S

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this study, we report the case of a patient infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-1 who developed ataxia and neurocognitive impairment due to viral escape within the central nervous system (CNS) with a multidrug-resistant HIV-1 despite long-term viral suppression in plasma. Antiretroviral therapy optimiz...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Béguelin C,Vázquez M,Bertschi M,Yerly S,de Jong D,Gutbrod K,Rauch A,Cusini A

更新日期：2015-12-28 00:00:00

abstract：:Background.  Cryptococcal meningitis is a leading cause of death in people living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)/acquired immune deficiency syndrome. The World Health Organizations recommends pre-antiretroviral treatment (ART) cryptococcal antigen (CRAG) screening in persons with CD4 below 100 cells/µL. We as...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Letang E,Müller MC,Ntamatungiro AJ,Kimera N,Faini D,Furrer H,Battegay M,Tanner M,Hatz C,Boulware DR,Glass TR

更新日期：2015-04-02 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Cavitary lesions (CLs) primarily identified by chest x-ray (CXR) have been associated with worse clinical outcomes among patients with pulmonary tuberculosis (PTB). Chest computed tomography (CT), which has better resolution and increased sensitivity to detect lung abnormalities, has been understudied in PTB...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Hernandez-Romieu AC,Little BP,Bernheim A,Schechter MC,Ray SM,Bizune D,Kempker R

更新日期：2019-06-24 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Inpatient HIV care often requires specialized laboratory testing with which practitioners may not be familiar. In addition, computerized physician order entry allows for ordering tests without understanding test indications, but it can also provide a venue for education and diagnostic stewardship. Methods:A...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Bolles K,Woc-Colburn L,Hamill RJ,Hemmige V

更新日期：2019-03-29 00:00:00

abstract：:Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is an increasingly recognized cause of acute respiratory infection (ARI) in adults. We compared the crude in-hospital mortality of patients with RSV infection alone with that of patients with RSV-bacterial coinfection. Overall, 12 144 hospitalized patients with ARI were screened for R...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Godefroy R,Giraud-Gatineau A,Jimeno MT,Edouard S,Meddeb L,Zandotti C,Chaudet H,Colson P,Raoult D,Cassir N

更新日期：2020-11-12 00:00:00

abstract：:Human immunodeficiency virus-infected women with central adiposity switched to raltegravir-based antiretroviral therapy immediately or after 24 weeks. No statistically significant changes in computed tomography-quantified visceral adipose tissue (VAT) or subcutaneous fat were observed, although 48 weeks of raltegravir...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Lake JE,McComsey GA,Hulgan T,Wanke CA,Mangili A,Walmsley SL,Currier JS

更新日期：2015-04-26 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Avian influenza A/H5N1 has threatened human health for nearly 2 decades. Avian influenza A vaccine without adjuvant is poorly immunogenic. A flexible rapid tactic for mass vaccination will be needed if a pandemic occurs. METHODS:A multicenter, randomized, blinded phase 1 clinical trial evaluated safety and ...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Mulligan MJ,Bernstein DI,Frey S,Winokur P,Rouphael N,Dickey M,Edupuganti S,Spearman P,Anderson E,Graham I,Noah DL,Mangal B,Kim S,Hill H,Whitaker J,Emery W,Beck A,Stephens K,Hartwell B,Ogilvie M,Rimann N,Osinski

更新日期：2014-11-18 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Disseminated strongyloidiasis in solid organ transplant recipients is a rare but devastating infection. In our center, we implemented a universal screening of all candidates for kidney transplantation. We assessed the seroprevalence and utility of universal screening for strongyloidiasis in our center. METH...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Al-Obaidi M,Hasbun R,Vigil KJ,Edwards AR,Chavez V,Hall DR,Dar WA,De Golovine A,Ostrosky-Zeichner L,Bynon JS,Nigo M

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：Background:The objective of this study was to investigate the difference in disease severity between influenza A and B among hospitalized adults using a novel ordinal scale and existing clinical outcome end points. Methods:A prospective, observational study was conducted over the 2016-2018 influenza seasons in a centr...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Wang Y,Fan G,Horby P,Hayden F,Li Q,Wu Q,Zou X,Li H,Zhan Q,Wang C,Cao B,CAP-China Network.

更新日期：2019-02-15 00:00:00