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Two infants with life-threatening pertussis are presented in whom the diagnosis was delayed. A review of pertinent literature suggests that the diagnosis of pertussis in infants is frequently missed and therefore the morbidity and mortality from this disease is underestimated.
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Heininger, U., Stehr, K. & Cherry, J.D. Serious pertussis overlooked in infants. Eur J Pediatr 151, 342–343 (1992). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02113254
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