The significance of rotaviral infection, possibilities of the vacination

Abstract

Rotaviruses cause annually 111-125 milion of illnesses leading to 0,5-1 milion of deaths worldwide. With registration of 2 new vaccines (Rotarix, RotaTeq) it is realistic to gradually fulfil extended WHO immunisation programme.

Keywords

• Rotarix
• RotaTeq
• rotavirus infection