The effect of group A streptococcal carrier on the epidemic model of acute rheumatic fever

Abstract Background Group A streptococcus (GAS) is the most frequent cause of bacterial pharyngitis in school-aged children. The postinfection sequel as acute rheumatic fever (ARF) and rheumatic heart disease that cause morbidity and mortality among young people is public health concerns in several...

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Main Authors: Natsuda Yokchoo, Nichaphat Patanarapeelert, Klot Patanarapeelert
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-09-01
Series:Theoretical Biology and Medical Modelling
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12976-019-0110-8