Pediatr. praxi. 2010;11(3):177-181 [Klin Farmakol Farm. 2010;24(1):29-33]
The review of etiology of infectious diarrhea in infants and children is focused on rotavirus as the most common cause of these diseases.
The author introduces into the epidemiology and pathogenesis of rotavirus gastroenteritis. The necessity of early recognition of features
of severe dehydration is emphasized and current therapeutic possibilities are described. The warning of a risk of nosocomial rotavirus
infection is accompanied with preventive control measures used in a hospital. Recommendations for diagnosis and therapy of rotavirus
gastroenteritis, knowledge about the use of the vaccination are summarized.
Published: July 1, 2010 Show citation