Authors: Sumit Paliwal, Suneet Shinu, Rubina Saha
Year: 2024
Journal: Journal of Health, Population and Nutrition
DOI: 10.1186/s41043-024-00666-5
Summary#
This paper reviews the Nipah Virus (NiV), an emerging zoonotic disease primarily found in Southeast Asian regions with the highest number of cases in Bangladesh and India. The virus has a high fatality rate and there is no approved treatment or vaccine.
Key Findings#
- Nipah Virus (NiV) was first discovered in Malaysia in 1999
- Pteropus fruit bats are the natural reservoirs for NiV
- The highest number of cases is in Bangladesh, with a fatality rate of 65%
- The highest mortality has been observed in India at 73%
- There is no approved treatment or vaccine for NiV
Methodology#
- Study Type: Review
- Geographic Focus: Southeast Asian regions
Topics#
Epidemiology, Clinical, Virology, Policy
Relevance#
The paper provides a comprehensive review of the Nipah Virus, highlighting its impact and the need for effective diagnostic methods, treatment options, and vaccines to better manage the virus.