Publications by authors named "Maira Alejandra Ortiz"
Microorganisms
November 2021
Article Synopsis
- The study examined the fatality rates associated with different serotypes of invasive pneumococcal disease (IPD) in Madrid from 2007 to 2020, focusing on identifying which serotypes contributed most to mortality.
- 25 pneumococcal serotypes were linked to deaths, with serotypes 3, 8, 11A, and 19A showing the highest case-fatality rates, while serotypes like 1 and 5 had lower mortality rates despite being common.
- The findings highlight serotypes 3 and 11A as particularly concerning due to their high fatality rates and prevalence, indicating a need for targeted public health strategies.
