The increased detection of recombinant norovirus GII. 4 Sydney₂012P16 strains in hospitalized pediatric patients with gastroenteritis in Shanghai, China | Synapse
March 3, 2026Open Access
The increased detection of recombinant norovirus GII. 4 Sydney₂012P16 strains in hospitalized pediatric patients with gastroenteritis in Shanghai, China
Key Points
Detection of recombinant norovirus GII.4 Sydney strains increased in hospitalized pediatric patients with gastroenteritis.
Sample analysis showed a significant rise in cases, particularly among those under five years old.
Observational analysis of hospitalized patients across a large urban healthcare network in Shanghai during recent months.
Findings support the need for enhanced surveillance of norovirus strains to manage pediatric gastroenteritis risks.