Current Understanding of Bacillus Calmette-Guérin-Mediated Trained Immunity and Its Perspectives for Controlling Intracellular Infections
The bacillus Calmette–Guérin (BCG) is an attenuated bacterium derived from virulent <i>Mycobacterium bovis</i>. It is the only licensed vaccine used for preventing severe forms of tuberculosis in children. Besides its specific effects against tuberculosis, BCG administration is also asso...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-11-01
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Series: | Pathogens |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-0817/12/12/1386 |