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01-07-2023 | Shingles | Research Letter
Recombinant Varicella Zoster vaccine in haemodialysis facilities: adherence and safety
Authors:
Francesca K. Martino, Stefano Pini, Giuseppe Scaparrotta, Marilena Schirinzi, Maddalena Gnappi, Antonio Fragasso, Ruggero Zanella, Elena Naso, Maria Loreta De Giorgi, Gianni Carraro, Federico Nalesso, Lorenzo A. Calò
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Journal of Nephrology
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Issue 7/2023
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Excerpt
Varicella Zoster (VZ) infection is a significant health problem in the general population, especially in elderly and frail patients, who have a higher risk of severe complications [
1]. In addition, the related antiviral treatment in this class of patients showed limited efficacy and the need for a long treatment period, with a consequent increase in side effects and viral resistance. …