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Panton-Valentine Leukocidin (PVL) – the real story

29 April 2008

Infections caused by PVL, a toxic substance produced by some Staphylococcus aureus bacteria, are uncommon in the UK, with most cases sensitive to a range of antibiotics.

Further information about PVL


 

Last reviewed: 11 August 2008