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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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2019-09-01
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Series: | Theoretical Biology and Medical Modelling |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12976-019-0110-8 |