Epidemiology and molecular characterization of influenza viruses in Burkina Faso, sub-Saharan Africa.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The importance of influenza viruses in respiratory infections in sub-Saharan Africa has been historically overlooked, including in Burkina Faso.

Objectives

This study therefore aimed at evaluating the prevalence and seasonal occurrence of influenza viruses in children under 5 years old, at risk of influenza-related complications, presenting with influenza-like illness (ILI) or severe acute respiratory infection (SARI). The study also aimed at identifying the periods with increased influenza transmission for vaccination recommendations in Burkina Faso.

Methods

From January 2014 to December 2015, ILI and SARI (2015 only) patients were recruited in six healthcare centers in Burkina Faso. Influenza A and B molecular detection and subtyping were performed. Clade

SUBMITTER: Sanou AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6005621 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature