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Molecular epidemiology of Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever virus in Kosovo.
PLoS neglected tropical diseases - 1 Jan 2014
Fajs Luka, Jakupi Xhevat, Ahmeti Salih, Humolli Isme, Dedushaj Isuf, Avšič-Županc Tatjana
Abstract excerpt
Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever virus (CCHFV) is a zoonotic agent that causes severe, life-threatening disease, with a case fatality rate of 10-50%. It is the most widespread tick-borne virus in the world, with cases reported in Africa, Asia and Eastern Europe. CCHFV is a genetically diverse virus. Its genetic diversity is often correlated to its geographical origin. Genetic variability of CCHFV was determined...
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