BK or JC Virus Infection After a Transplant

This fact sheet explains why it’s important to monitor for BK and JC viruses after an organ transplant and what you can do to prevent them from making you sick.

Diseases and conditions , Transplantation and Organ Donation

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Infection aux virus BK ou JC après une transplantation

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