A non-enteric adenovirus A12 gastroenteritis outbreak in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil portes2016non

This study investigates a gastroenteritis outbreak in 2013 in a low-income community in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, focusing on the presence of enteric viruses. The study involved nine patients, with stool samples collected and analyzed for various viruses, including adenovirus. The outbreak was characterized by symptoms such as fever and diarrhea, and adenovirus A12 was identified as the primary pathogen. The study utilized TaqMan real-time PCR to assess viral loads in stool samples, revealing high viral loads in patients with adenovirus A12. The research highlights the importance of identifying unique viral agents in regions with routine RVA vaccination.

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