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The worldwide epidemiology of acute rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease

Year: 2011

Type: article

Abstract: : Acute rheumatic fever (ARF) and rheumatic heart disease (RHD) are significant public health concerns around the world. Despite decreasing incidence, there is still a significant disease burden, especially in developing nations. This review provides background on the history of ARF, its pathology and treatment, and the current reported worldwide incidence of ARF and prevalence of RHD. Keywords: rheumatic fever, rheumatic heart disease, group A streptococcus, epidemiology

Source: Clinical Epidemiology

DOI: 10.2147/clep.s12977

Authors: Michael D. Seckeler, Tracey Hoke

Institution: University of Virginia

Language: English

Topic: Streptococcal Infections and Treatments

Subfield: Infectious Diseases

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,836