Severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome virus infection attributed to cat contact: A case report in Beijing, China

Virol Sin. 2024 Jun;39(3):513-515. doi: 10.1016/j.virs.2024.03.006. Epub 2024 Mar 20.

Abstract

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    SFTSV is detected in host-seeking ticks in rural–urban fringe areas in Beijing.

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    SFTSV RNA, IgM, and neutralizing antibodies are detected in stray cats in Beijing.

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    Multiple SFTSV genotypes naturally circulate within ticks in Beijing's urban zones.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Letter

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Beijing
  • Cat Diseases / diagnosis
  • Cat Diseases / virology
  • Cats
  • China
  • Humans
  • Phlebovirus* / classification
  • Phlebovirus* / genetics
  • Phlebovirus* / isolation & purification
  • Severe Fever with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome* / diagnosis
  • Severe Fever with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome* / virology