Rhinovirus infection
Most infections (75%) occurred between September and February, with the
highest incidence in October (31%). Fever (14.7%), common cold
(34.4%) and the combination of both (36%) were the most frequent
symptoms. One patient presented a lower VRTI (1.6%).
Of all episodes, 34% required hospital admission. Antibiotics
(intravenous or oral) were administered in 52.4% and 1.6% required
oxygen supply. Co-infection was identified in 19.6% episodes
(table I ).