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Although rare, adenoviruses can cause neurological infections such as meningitis and encephalitis. These conditions are more likely to occur in immunocompromised individuals and can result in significant morbidity and mortality. | Although rare, adenoviruses can cause neurological infections such as meningitis and encephalitis. These conditions are more likely to occur in immunocompromised individuals and can result in significant morbidity and mortality. | ||
[[Image:Detail-93155.jpg|thumb|center|Electron micrograph of adenovirus particles. The image shows the icosahedral structure of the virus with distinct capsid proteins.|class=only_on_mobile]] | |||
[[Image:Detail-93156.jpg|thumb|center|Electron micrograph of adenovirus particles. The image shows the icosahedral structure of the virus with distinct capsid proteins.|class=only_on_desktop]] | |||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||