An acute norovirus gastroenteritis outbreak in a hospital.
- Author:
Qian XU
1
;
Lin-Na LANG
;
Jing ZHANG
;
Yuan QIAN
;
Li-Ping JIA
;
Zheng ZHANG
;
Qin-Huan WANG
Author Information
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- MeSH: Adolescent; Adult; Aged; Aged, 80 and over; Caliciviridae Infections; epidemiology; virology; China; epidemiology; Cross Infection; epidemiology; virology; Disease Outbreaks; Female; Gastroenteritis; epidemiology; virology; Humans; Male; Middle Aged; Norovirus; genetics; isolation & purification; Young Adult
- From: Acta Academiae Medicinae Sinicae 2008;30(5):535-539
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
OBJECTIVETo investigate and analyze a case of acute norovirus gastroenteritis outbreak in a hospital.
METHODSData were collected through the on-the-spot investigation and faecal specimens were tested by polymerase chain reaction-reverse transcription (RT-PCR). Serum specimens were tested by Western blot.
RESULTSThe outbreak lasted 26 days. A total of 87 cases were reported, including 65 inpatients, 15 healthcare workers, 6 accompanies, and 1 pantryman. Twelve (60%) of 20 stool specimens were norovirus-positive by RT-PCR and 19 of 24 blood samples were norovirus-positive by Western blot. The outbreak was effectively controlled by isolating and treating the patients, extensive disinfection, and health education.
CONCLUSIONThe gastroenteritis outbreak was caused by norovirus with unkown infection source.
