Investigations of Hemorrhagic Fever with Renal Syndrome (HFRS)
Abstract
Five hundred and forty four rodents and small mammals were trapped in various regions of Yugoslavia and examined. Antihantaviruses, immunofluorescent (IF) antibodies were detected in the blood samples of 129 animals. Antigens were detected in the lung samples of 139 animals. Sixty-seven animals tested positive for both the presence of antibodies in the sera and antigens in the lungs. Studies on the immune status of healthy people in various HFRS endemic areas were conducted. Blood samples from over 700 forest workers, farmers, and other individuals with considerable outdoor exposure were collected and tested serologically for antibodies to hantaviruses. Approximately 336 individuals possessed hantaviral antibodies. In 1989, an HFRS epidemic occurred throughout Yugoslavia, over 600 individuals were hospitalized and 15 deaths occurred. The epidemic occurred in all six republics and two provinces of Yugoslavia, in both previously recognized and newly recognized foci areas.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 07, 1990
- Accession Number
- ADA233599
Entities
People
- Ana Gligic