Metagenomic next-generation sequencing in a diagnosis of Pneumocystis pneumonia in an X-linked immunodeficient child: a case report
BackgroundThe diagnosis of Pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP) remains challenging in certain specific clinical situations. Metagenomic next-generation sequencing (mNGS), as a novel diagnostic method, may help in the diagnosis of PCP.Case presentationA 6-month-old male child developed acute pneumonia and s...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Frontiers Media S.A.
2023-06-01
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| Series: | Frontiers in Pediatrics |
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| Online Access: | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fped.2023.1183601/full |