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Neonatal vaccination with 'universal strength' BCG vaccine.
  1. B Heyworth,
  2. B M Mullinger

    Abstract

    'Universal strength' BCG vaccine was given to 219 neonates and 2 months later 159 infants were Mantoux-tested with 5 Tu PPD-S and their BCG scars measured. The results showed a satisfactory conversion rate of over 90%. Though 30% of the lesions discharged, this only lasted for a few days and the vaccine was well tolerated and acceptable for use in neonates.

    https://doi.org/10.1136/adc.52.6.503

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