Med. praxi. 2014;11(4):147-148

Current state of vaccination against tetanus

MUDr.Dita Smíšková, Ph.D., doc.MUDr.Vilma Marešová, CSc.
1. infekční klinika 2. LF UK, Nemocnice Na Bulovce, Praha

Tetanus is a serious disease with high mortality. It is currently rare in the Czech Republic, mainly due to good vaccination coverage

of the population. Protective levels of antibodies are necessary to maintain by regular application of tetanus toxoid. Currently, adults

are vaccinated every 10–15 years, an extension of interval to 15–20 years is suggested for the future. Booster dose may be part of the

combined vaccine protecting against diphtheria and pertussis. Special rules are governed for tetanus prophylaxis in trauma and before

some surgical procedures.

Keywords: tetanus, tetanus prophylaxis, vaccination in trauma

Published: June 1, 2014  Show citation

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