A Case of Maternal Tetanus in Korea
Journal of Korean Medical Science
;
: 260-262, 2002.
Article
in English
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-65046
ABSTRACT
Tetanus is uncommon in Korea due to the introduction of vaccination programs and advances in public health. A case of maternal tetanus occurred on the 9 day postpartum in a 29-yr-old woman, who had not received a 10-yr-booster of tetanusdiphtheria toxoid after receiving the primary series of tetanus-toxoid-containing vaccine. There has hitherto been no reports on maternal tetanus in Korea. This case illustrates that tetanus remains a medical problem, principally among nonand underimmunized adults. The only way to fully prevent this disease is to ensure adequate immunization in all adults.
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Main subject:
Tetanus
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Anti-Anxiety Agents
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Immunization, Passive
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Treatment Outcome
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Postpartum Period
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Diazepam
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Hypnotics and Sedatives
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Korea
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Muscle Relaxants, Central
Limits:
Adult
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Female
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Humans
Country/Region as subject:
Asia
Language:
English
Journal:
Journal of Korean Medical Science
Year:
2002
Type:
Article
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