Abstract
In May 2009, the onset of pandemic influenza A (H1N1) began in Buenos Aires schools and a containment program was implemented. We report the first 191 school-aged cases. Influenza (H1N1) was a mild disease in children. Oseltamivir was well tolerated and resulted in a significantly reduced duration of symptoms in this group. Oseltamivir was also effective at preventing secondary cases.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Child
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Child, Preschool
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Disease Transmission, Infectious / prevention & control
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Family Characteristics*
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Family Health*
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Female
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Humans
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Influenza A Virus, H1N1 Subtype / isolation & purification
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Influenza, Human / drug therapy*
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Influenza, Human / pathology*
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Influenza, Human / prevention & control
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Influenza, Human / virology
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Male
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Oseltamivir / administration & dosage*
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Oseltamivir / adverse effects
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Time Factors
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Treatment Outcome