Neonatal Immunization


Dinleyici E. Ç.

in: Pediatric Vaccines and Vaccinations, Timo Veskikari,Pierre van Damme, Editor, Springer, London/Berlin , Zug, pp.55-66, 2021

  • Publication Type: Book Chapter / Chapter Research Book
  • Publication Date: 2021
  • Publisher: Springer, London/Berlin 
  • City: Zug
  • Page Numbers: pp.55-66
  • Editors: Timo Veskikari,Pierre van Damme, Editor
  • Eskisehir Osmangazi University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Neonatal period is a once in a lifetime opportunity for immunization. There is already a common practice to vaccinate neonates against tuberculosis, hepatitis B, and polio. Rotavirus vaccination also holds promise in the neonatal period. A broader page of neonatal vaccines is an unmet medical need. Deeper page of neonatal immunology is a requirement for successful development of new vaccines for this valuable target group.