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Emergence of Bordetella holmesii–Associated Pertussis-Like Illness, Northern India, 2019–2023

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: We investigated Bordetella holmesii and Bordetella pertussis in 935 suspected pertussis cases in northern India (2019-2023) using PCR and serology. B. holmesii showed increased prevalence in pertussis cases, particularly in older children, highlighting its emerging role and the need for ongoing surveillance and adjusted prevention strategies.

Source: Emerging infectious diseases

DOI: 10.3201/eid3110.241659

Authors: Nishant Shekhar, Deepa Sharma, Surajit Chakraborty, Rajesh Kumar, Rajneesh Singh Rawat, Nirmal Kaundal, Pawan Kumar, Tigran Avagyan, Deeksha Chauhan, Neha Jain, Megha Sharma, Arun Kumar, Vikas Gautam

Language: English

Topic: Bacterial Infections and Vaccines

Subfield: Microbiology

Field: Immunology and Microbiology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4414625425

FWCI: 1.382

Cites: 13

Cited by: 3

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