[Kingella kingae infections in the pediatric age].

Kingella kingae infections have aroused great interest in the last few years because of the increasing number of identified cases. Although considered an emerging pathogen, the increase in diagnosis of these infections can probably be explained by better knowledge of the bacteria, improved microbiological diagnostic techniques and greater awareness among clinicians. K.

[Vertical transmission rate of the immunodeficiency virus: determinant factors and comparison of results].

Although all newborns to HIV-seropositive mothers have IgG anti-HIV antibodies, since these antibodies cross the placental barrier, only a small proportion of these children are actually infected with the virus. The main objective of this study consisted in estimating the vertical transmission rate of HIV in our environment. A prospective review was conducted of 236 children with HIV infection risk as they were born to HIV seropositive mothers.