Review of Aerosol Transmission of Influenza A Virus

Overview

Journal Emerg Infect Dis

Specialty Infectious Diseases

Date 2007 Feb 8

PMID 17283614

Citations 342

Authors

Raymond Tellier

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Abstract

In theory, influenza viruses can be transmitted through aerosols, large droplets, or direct contact with secretions (or fomites). These 3 modes are not mutually exclusive. Published findings that support the occurrence of aerosol transmission were reviewed to assess the importance of this mode of transmission. Published evidence indicates that aerosol transmission of influenza can be an important mode of transmission, which has obvious implications for pandemic influenza planning and in particular for recommendations about the use of N95 respirators as part of personal protective equipment.

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