Ebola Virus Disease: Focus on Children.

摘要: Ebola virus is one of the most deadly pathogens known to infect humans. The current outbreak in West Africa unprecedented magnitude and duration and, as November 30, 2014, shows no signs abating. For first time, cases disease have been diagnosed US, originating from patients who traveled during incubation period. has generated worldwide concern. It clear that U.S. physicians need be aware this disease, know when consider how care for patient well protect themselves. Children comprise a small percentage all globally, likely because their lower risk exposure given social cultural practices. Limited evidence available on pediatric course prognosis. In article, we present an overview pathogen, its epidemiology transmission, clinical laboratory manifestations, treatment infection control procedures, with emphasis what about population.