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  • Title: Seasonal pattern and genotype distribution of norovirus infection in Japan.
    Author: Dey SK, Phathammavong O, Okitsu S, Mizuguchi M, Ohta Y, Ushijima H.
    Journal: Pediatr Infect Dis J; 2010 May; 29(5):e32-4. PubMed ID: 20335825.
    Abstract:
    A total of 6231 fecal specimens collected from infants and children with gastroenteritis in 7 different regions of Japan during 1995 to 2007 were examined for norovirus. Norovirus was detected in 779 patients (12.5%) and norovirus activity peak in the winter season (November to January) during 1995 to 2007. During the last 11 years, NoVGII/4 was the predominant strain in Japan followed by GII/3, GII/6, GII/2, GII/12, and GI.
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