Key result
Amantadine-resistant influenza A viruses were found at a high frequency (30.8%) in nursing homes, compared to 0% in sentinel surveillance sites.
Population
81 influenza A viruses in Niigata, Japan.
Design
Cross-sectional
Authors
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Resistance in nursing homes may warrant surveillance; leaves open effects on outcomes and transmission in long-term care.
Observational (n=81)
Yes
Absolute Event Rate: 30.8% vs 0%
Amantadine-resistant influenza A viruses emerge frequently in nursing homes where the drug is used, highlighting the need for a monitoring system.
Masuda et al. (2000) conducted an observational in Influenza A (n=81). Nursing home setting vs. Sentinel surveillance sites was evaluated on Incidence of amantadine-resistant influenza A viruses. Amantadine-resistant influenza A viruses were found at a high frequency (30.8%) in nursing homes, compared to 0% in sentinel surveillance sites.
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