Hyaluronidase-Facilitated High-Dose Subcutaneous IgG Effectively Controls Parvovirus B19 Infection in a Pediatric Cardiac Transplant Patient With Severe T-Cell Lymphopenia.

abstract：:Proper disinfection using adequate disinfecting agents will be necessary for infection control strategies against coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). However, limited guidance exists on effective surface disinfectants or best practices for their use against severe acute respiratory coronavirus 2. We outlined a proces...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Tyan K,Levin A,Avalos-Pacheco A,Plana D,Rand EA,Yang H,Maliszewski LE,Chylek LA,Atta L,Tye MA,Carmack MM,Oglesby NS,Burgin S,Yu SH,LeBoeuf NR,Kemp JM

更新日期：2020-08-31 00:00:00

abstract：Background:The 13-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV13) and the 23-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (PPSV23) were both recommended to adults aged ≥65 years. The study examines adults ≥65 years for risk of adverse events (AEs) requiring medical attention following vaccination with PCV13 as compared wit...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Tseng HF,Sy LS,Qian L,Liu IA,Mercado C,Lewin B,Tartof SY,Nelson J,Jackson LA,Daley MF,Weintraub E,Klein NP,Belongia E,Liles EG,Jacobsen SJ

更新日期：2018-05-02 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Needle and syringe sharing among people who inject drugs (PWID) can result in a rapid regional spread of a human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) variant. Such outbreaks have been identified recently in several countries and have raised public health attention because of an association with new psychoactive subs...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Hanke K,Fiedler S,Grumann C,Ratmann O,Hauser A,Klink P,Meixenberger K,Altmann B,Zimmermann R,Marcus U,Bremer V,Auwärter V,Bannert N

更新日期：2020-05-27 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Non-US-born individuals account for the majority of active tuberculosis (TB) in the United States. Interferon gamma release assay (IGRA) is the preferred diagnostic test for latent TB but can produce an indeterminate result. We investigated the prevalence and predictors of an indeterminate IGRA (IND-IGRA) in...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Sharninghausen JC,Shapiro AE,Koelle DM,Kim HN

更新日期：2018-07-27 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Because hospitals in a region are connected via patient sharing, a norovirus outbreak in one hospital may spread to others. METHODS:We utilized our Regional Healthcare Ecosystem Analyst software to generate an agent-based model of all the acute care facilities in Orange County (OC), California and simulated...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Bartsch SM,Huang SS,Wong KF,Avery TR,Lee BY

更新日期：2014-07-02 00:00:00

abstract：:Passive surveillance data had signaled the possibility of gastrointestinal adverse events occurring after the administration of high-dose inactivated influenza vaccine (IIV-HD). However, in a large, prospective randomized clinical trial, rates of serious gastrointestinal events were no greater among IIV-HD recipients ...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Talbot HK,Dunning AJ,Robertson CA,Landolfi VA,Greenberg DP,DiazGranados CA

更新日期：2018-05-22 00:00:00

abstract：Background:Direct acting antiviral hepatitis C virus (HCV) therapies are highly effective but costly. Wider adoption of an 8-week ledipasvir/sofosbuvir treatment regimen could result in significant savings, but may be less efficacious compared with a 12-week regimen. We evaluated outcomes under a constrained budget and...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Morgan JR,Kim AY,Naggie S,Linas BP

更新日期：2017-12-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-associated neurocognitive disorders occurs in 20%-50% of HIV-positive patients. We undertook this study to assess the prevalence of a positive screen for cognitive impairment in the clinic population at our institution and to demonstrate the feasibility of implementing a sc...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： McNamara PH,Coen R,Redmond J,Doherty CP,Bergin C

更新日期：2016-12-27 00:00:00

abstract：:We implemented a real-time report to distribute respiratory pathogen data for our 8-hospital system to anyone with an Internet connection and a web browser. Real-time access to accurate regional laboratory observation data during an epidemic influenza season can guide diagnostic and therapeutic strategies. ...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Christensen PA,Olsen RJ,Perez KK,Cernoch PL,Long SW

更新日期：2018-11-30 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.  Extraintestinal Escherichia coli infections are common, costly, and potentially serious. A better understanding of their pathogenesis is needed. Methods.  Sixty-seven E coli bloodstream isolates from adults with urosepsis (Seattle, WA; 1980s) underwent extensive molecular characterization and virulence as...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Johnson JR,Porter S,Johnston B,Kuskowski MA,Spurbeck RR,Mobley HL,Williamson DA

更新日期：2015-06-06 00:00:00

abstract：:Far East scarlet-like fever (FESLF) is a severe inflammatory disease that occurs sporadically and in outbreaks in Russia and Japan. Far East scarlet-like fever is caused by Yersinia pseudotubuclosis infection, an organism that typically causes self-limiting gastroenteritis in Europe. Studies suggest the ability of Far...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Amphlett A

更新日期：2015-12-17 00:00:00

abstract：:Background.  Sepsis is a serious and common condition with high mortality and morbidity. The public awareness, knowledge, and perception of sepsis in Sweden are unknown. Methods.  A survey was performed using an online interview distributed to adults, aged 18-74, between March 6 and 9, 2015. Results.  A total of 1001 ...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Mellhammar L,Christensson B,Linder A

更新日期：2015-10-26 00:00:00

abstract：:We describe a case of fetal parvovirus B19 infection resulting in preterm birth and leading to hydrops fetalis requiring multiple in utero transfusions. The infant developed chronic postnatal anemia responsive to intravenous immunoglobulin therapy. Serum viral load decreased after immunoglobulin treatment but remained...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Nadimpalli SS,Miller RS,Kamath VM,Farkouh CR,Nhan-Chang CL,Rathe JA,Collins A,Duchon JM,Neu N,Simpson LL,Ratner AJ

更新日期：2015-04-15 00:00:00

abstract：:We present a case of an unvaccinated traveler who traveled from New York to Peru and contracted yellow fever. He likely acquired the infection while visiting the Amazon River, with a point of exit of Lima, Peru. Our case illustrates the dramatic course that yellow fever may take, as well as the importance of pretravel...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Winnicka L,Abdullah A,Yang T,Norville K,Irizarry-Acosta M

更新日期：2017-12-20 00:00:00

abstract：Background:We characterized the extent of antiretroviral therapy (ART) experience and postdischarge mortality among hospitalized HIV-infected adults in Zambia. Methods:At a central hospital with an opt-out HIV testing program, we enrolled HIV-infected adults (18+ years) admitted to internal medicine using a population...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Haachambwa L,Kandiwo N,Zulu PM,Rutagwera D,Geng E,Holmes CB,Sinkala E,Claassen CW,Mugavero MJ,Wa Mwanza M,Turan JM,Vinikoor MJ

更新日期：2019-07-16 00:00:00

abstract：:Among a cohort of men who have sex with men in a pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) adherence trial, syphilis requiring treatment was associated with white coat dosing (increased PrEP adherence immediately preceding study visits) when compared with participants with optimal drug concentrations. The findings highlight the...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Blair CS,Beymer MR,Kofron RM,Bolan RK,Jordan WC,Haubrich RH,Wohl AR,Landovitz RJ

更新日期：2020-08-07 00:00:00

abstract：:It is a striking observation that tissue of patients invaded by the deep mycoses often lacks evidence of an inflammatory response. This lack of host response is often attributed to neutropenia secondary to chemotherapy. However, systematic studies do not support this simplistic explanation. However, invasive fungal le...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Klotz SA,Sobonya RE,Lipke PN,Garcia-Sherman MC

更新日期：2016-08-03 00:00:00

abstract：:The complexity and cost of current diagnostics for hepatitis C virus (HCV) may act as a prevention to the scale-up of treatment in the developing world. Currently, ribonucleic acid (RNA)-polymerase chain reaction tests are the gold standard. However, there is potential for the use of simpler and cheaper antigen tests ...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Khan H,Hill A,Main J,Brown A,Cooke G

更新日期：2017-05-26 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:Despite the recognized benefit of antiretroviral therapy (ART) for preventing and treating HIV, some studies have reported adverse birth outcomes with in utero ART exposure. We evaluated the effect of infant in utero HIV and ART exposure on preterm delivery (PTD), low birth weight (LBW), small for gestationa...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Ramokolo V,Goga AE,Lombard C,Doherty T,Jackson DJ,Engebretsen IM

更新日期：2017-08-30 00:00:00

abstract：:Persistent viral activity may cause enduring seropositivity and inflammation in treated people with HIV (PWH). We compared inflammatory biomarkers between early treated PWH who remained seronegative or seroconverted and found similar levels of D-dimer, soluble cluster of differentiation 14, C-reactive protein, and int...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Cai CW,Pinyakorn S,Kroon E,de Souza M,Colby DJ,Pankam T,Pattanachaiwit S,Ubolyam S,Rupert A,Lallemand P,Dewar R,Highbarger HC,Ananworanich J,Vasan S,Sereti I

更新日期：2020-08-26 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：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:Monitoring of immune function, measured by CD4 cell count, is an essential service for people with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). Prescription of antiretroviral (ARV) medications is contingent on CD4 cell count; patients without regular CD4 monitoring are unlikely to receive ARVs when indicated. This st...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Davis AC,Watson G,Pourat N,Kominski GF,Roby DH

更新日期：2014-06-05 00:00:00

abstract：:Ebola virus (EBOV) is a highly pathogenic filovirus that causes outbreaks of a severe hemorrhagic fever known as EBOV disease (EVD). Ebola virus disease is characterized in part by a dysregulated immune response and massive production of both pro- and anti-inflammatory cytokines. To better understand the immune respon...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Banadyga L,Siragam V,Zhu W,He S,Cheng K,Qiu X

更新日期：2019-02-06 00:00:00

abstract：:International guidelines recommend using local susceptibility data to direct empiric therapy for acute uncomplicated cystitis. We evaluated outpatient urinary isolate susceptibility trends in New York State. Nitrofurantoin had the lowest resistance prevalence whereas trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole and fluoroquinolones ...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Rank EL,Lodise T,Avery L,Bankert E,Dobson E,Dumyati G,Hassett S,Keller M,Pearsall M,Lubowski T,Carreno JJ

更新日期：2018-11-16 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：:Orbital actinomycosis is an unusual clinical manifestation of orbital infection caused by Actinomyces species. Herein we report a case of orbital actinomycosis in a 67-year-old woman with recurrent swelling and erythema around her left eye with an orbital mass initially thought to be a meningioma. ...

journal_title：Open forum infectious diseases

authors： Kobayashi T,Ford B,Fujita N,Appenheimer AB

更新日期：2020-05-19 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