Factors associated with a measles outbreak in children admitted at Mahosot Hospital, Vientiane, Laos

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>In 2002 and 2003 there were large outbreaks of measles in many provinces of Laos, including in Vientiane. We therefore conducted a study to determine risk factors associated with measles amongst children admitted at Mahosot Hospital,...

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Main Authors: Douangdala Phouvieng, Keomany Sommay, Vorasane Banlieng, Phounesavath Khamphouvanh, Souvannasing Phoutthalavanh, Khomthilat Tiengthong, Mayxay Mayfong, Philavong Khamseng, Srour Leila, Newton Paul N
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2007-08-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/7/193