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Association of Respiratory Pathogenic Bacteria with Enhanced Severity of Disease in Neonates Infected with Respiratory Syncytial Virus

  • By

  • Xiaofeng Yang

  • Lei Ding

  • Xin Ding

  • December 24, 2025

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    Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) causes significant morbidity and mortality in neonates, leading to millions of hospitalizations annually.

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    Severe RSV infections are more prevalent in vulnerable populations, including neonates, premature infants, and those with underlying conditions.

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    Detection of respiratory pathogenic bacteria (PPB) in neonates with RSV is associated with increased disease severity and complications.

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    Neonates with both RSV and PPB showed higher rates of fever, feeding difficulties, and required more intensive medical interventions.

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    Statistical analysis revealed significant differences in clinical outcomes between RSV-positive neonates with and without PPB detection.

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Association of Respiratory Pathogenic Bacteria with Enhanced Severity of Disease in Neonates Infected with Respiratory Syncytial Virus

  • by Xiaofeng Yang, Lei Ding, Xin Ding

  • December 24, 2025

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