Scrub Typhus : A Literature Review
Journal Title: Journal Of Pediatric Critical Care - Year 2019, Vol 6, Issue 4
Abstract
Scrub typhus is a mite-borne acute febrile illness caused by Orientia tsutsugamushi. Recently a surge in pediatric cases is noted across the country. This review focuses on the pathogenesis, clinical profi le, diagnosis, management and critical care needs in children with scrub typhus.
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Arun Baranwal, S Vignesh Subramani
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- DOI 10.21304/2019.0604.00515
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