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Local transmission of imported endemic syphilis, Canada, 2011.


ABSTRACT: Endemic (nonvenereal) syphilis is relatively common in nonindustrialized regions of the world. We describe a case of local transmission in Canada and review tools available for confirming a diagnosis. Improved molecular tools and global clinical awareness are needed to recognize cases of endemic syphilis imported to areas where it is not normally seen.

SUBMITTER: Fanella S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3358156 | biostudies-literature |

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature

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