Cytomegalovirus-induced persistent mononucleosis in an infant
Teng, R.J.; Chen, R.L.; Lin, D.T.; Lin, K.H.; Lee, C.Y.
Zhonghua Minguo Xiao Er Ke Yi Xue Hui Za Zhi Zhonghua Minguo Xiao Er Ke Yi Xue Hui 35(3): 221-224
1994
ISSN/ISBN: 0001-6578 PMID: 8042506 Document Number: 423683
Chronic mononucleosis has recently gained much attention in the literature. Almost all cases of this new syndrome have been ascribed to persistent Epstein-Barr virus infection. However, a case presented with infantile chronic mononucleosis syndrome caused by persistent cytomegalovirus infection. Transient clonal chromosomal change was noted during follow-up.