HCMV infections after hematopoietic stem cell transplantation – diagnostic methods and importance of viral DNA level monitoring

HCMV infection is very common. The virus infects 30-90% of population. In immunocompromised patients effective elimination of the virus by immune system is limited by immunosuppressive therapy. Active hCMV infection after HSCT can lead to severe posttransplant complications, graft failure or even de...

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Main Authors: Joanna Bocian, Danuta Januszkiewicz-Lewandowska
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Index Copernicus International S.A. 2015-02-01
Series:Postępy Higieny i Medycyny Doświadczalnej
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Online Access:http://phmd.pl/gicid/01.3001.0009.6498