Key result
Human calicivirus infections are common in Kenya, with Sapporo virus antigen detected in 2.2% of stool samples from children with acute gastroenteritis, while NV and MXV antigens were rare.
Cross-Sectional (n=1,431)
Yes
Infections with three genogroups of human caliciviruses are common in Kenya, with acquisition of serum antibodies appearing in early childhood.
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Supports consideration of Sapporo virus in Kenyan pediatric gastroenteritis; leaves open regional calicivirus burden and seroprevalence questions.
Nakata et al. (1998) conducted a cross-sectional in Acute gastroenteritis (n=1,431). Human calicivirus (HuCV) infection was evaluated on Prevalence of Sapporo virus (SV) antigen in stool samples. Human calicivirus infections are common in Kenya, with Sapporo virus antigen detected in 2.2% of stool samples from children with acute gastroenteritis, while NV and MXV antigens were rare.