CMV Infection In Solid Organ Transplantation: Clinical Clues And Prevention Strategies

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection is an important cause of morbidity and mortality and is the most common viral opportunistic infection in recipients of solid organ transplant (SOT). Currently, no consensus exists regarding the most appropriate method for preventing CMV, and toxicities and threat of drug resistance occasionally limit the utility of existing antiviral agents.

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Filed under: Transplants on March 13th, 2009