Differential Virulence and Pathogenesis of West Nile Viruses

Differential Virulence and Pathogenesis of West Nile Viruses

West Nile virus (WNV) is a neurotropic flavivirus that cycles between mosquitoes and birds but that can also infect humans, horses, and other vertebrate animals. In most humans, WNV infection remains subclinical. However, 20%–40% of those infected may develop WNV disease, with symptoms ranging from...

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Main Authors: Emilie Donadieu, Céline Bahuon, Steeve Lowenski, Stéphan Zientara, Muriel Coulpier, Sylvie Lecollinet
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2013-11-01
Series:Viruses
Subjects:
West Nile virus strains
central nervous system
inflammation
neuronal injury
immunity
virulence
pathogenesis
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1999-4915/5/11/2856

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