Varicella (Chickenpox) (deaths only)

1998 Case Definition

Case definition and case classification

The following surveillance definitions are proposed and use existing public health surveillance definitions for varicella.

Probable: A probable case of varicella which contributes directly or indirectly to acute medical complications which result in death.

Confirmed: A confirmed case of varicella which contributes directly or indirectly to acute medical complications which result in death.

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