Prevention of cytomegalovirus following solid organ transplantation: A literature review. (28th July 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Kowalsky, Shanna; Arnon, Ronen; Posada, Roberto
• Is Part Of: Pediatric transplantation. Volume 17:Number 6(2013:Sep.)
• Page Start: 499
• Page End: 509
• Publication Date: 2013-07-28
• Subjects: prevention -- CMV -- transplantation -- solid organ transplantation -- pediatric; Transplantation of organs, tissues, etc. in children -- Periodicals; 617.95408305
• DOI: 10.1111/petr.12118
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1397-3142

Abstract

Abstract: CMV is the most common opportunistic infection affecting SOT recipients. Although current strategies to prevent both CMV infection and disease have been effective, CMV related complications continue to occur, particularly late‐onset CMV disease. This literature review article examines the benefits and disadvantages of different prevention modalities, and presents emerging strategies to better prevent CMV in organ transplant recipients.