Surveillance for Nipah virus in Thailand's bat population

Authors: Supaporn Wacharapluesadee, Boonlert Lumlertdacha, Kalyanee Boongird, Sawai Wanghongsa, Lawan Chanhome, Pierre Rollin, Patrick Stockton, Charles E. Rupprecht, Thomas G. Ksiazek, Thiravat Hemachudha

Year: 2004

Summary

This paper discusses a study conducted in Thailand to survey for Nipah virus (NV) in the bat population. NV antibodies were detected in 82 of 1304 bats, and NV RNA was found in bat saliva and urine, suggesting persistent infection.

Key Findings

NV antibodies detected in 82 out of 1304 bats
NV RNA found in bat saliva and urine

Methodology

Study Type: Surveillance study
Sample Size: 1304 bats
Geographic Focus: Thailand (central, eastern, southern)
Time Period: March 2002 to February 2004

Topics

Epidemiology, Virology

Relevance

The study provides valuable baseline data for surveillance and public health assessment of Nipah virus impact in the region.

Source

View the entire paper: File:05-0613.pdf