BCG Adenitis—Need for Increased Awareness
- Author:
Krishna Kumar Govindarajan
;
Feng Yih Chai
- Publication Type:Letter
- Keywords:
adverse effects, axilla, BCG, children, lymphadenitis, vaccines
- From:Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
2011;18(2):66-69
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Bacille Calmette–Guerin (BCG) vaccination for protection against tuberculosis has been in
use for long. Although the vaccine is safe, its administration can result in complications such as BCG
adenitis. We report here a series of children with BCG adenitis with a view to recognise and manage
this condition. It is hoped that this case series would encourage the increased identification of this
condition.
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