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Six suspected cases of acute hepatitis of unknown origin in children have been reported in South Korea.
This was announced by the Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA) on Tuesday.
Of the cases reported in a month since June 13, seven cases have been subjected to an in-depth review. As a result, six suspected cases of acute hepatitis of unknown origin in children were confirmed. In one of these cases, adenoviruses were found, it said.
Adenovirus is a causative agent of acute gastroenteritis. Adenovirus infection occurs through feces and the mouth. Symptoms include fever, dehydration, diarrhea, and vomiting.
In one case, acute pyelonephritis was suspected to be the main cause.
In all seven cases, a liver transplant was not required and death was not caused. The clinical courses were favorable in most cases, it said.
