Deep sequencing analysis of acute conjunctivitis in Burkina Faso, Africa. Issue 1 (24th January 2022) - Bountogo, Mamadou
Abstract: Background: Seasonal and epidemic conjunctivitis (pink eye) infections are highly contagious and impose a significant economic burden worldwide. Long-term visual impairment can occur. Methods: This study used metagenomic deep sequencing to evaluate pathogens causing acute infectious conjunctivitis in Burkina Faso. Results: We found that pathogens causing conjunctivitis in Burkina Faso are diverse, with human adenoviruses responsible for a small fraction of the samples tested. Conclusions: These results are unexpected and suggest the importance of regional surveillance.