Incidence and mortality rates of varicella among end stage renal disease (ESRD) patients in Singapore General Hospital, a 12-year review.

Chong Yau OngSher Guan LowFarhad Fakhrudin VasanwalaStephanie Mc Fook-ChongManish KaushikLian Leng Low

Published in: BMC infectious diseases (2018)

Varicella is associated with high morbidity and significant mortality rate in ESRD patients. Varicella vaccination is recommended for seronegative ESRD patients.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
chronic kidney disease
peritoneal dialysis
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
cardiovascular disease
cardiovascular events
patient reported outcomes