View source for Global and regional mortality statistics of nipah virus from 1994 to 2023: a comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis

'''Authors:''' Srivatsa Surya Vasudevana, Arun Subashb, Fena Mehtac, Tiba Yamin Kandrikard, Rupak Desaie, Kaif Khan, Sneha Khandujag, Aakanksha Pitliyah, Lekhya Raavii, Sai Gautham Kanagalaj, Piyush Gondaliyak

'''Year:''' 2024

'''Journal:''' Pathogens and Global Health

'''DOI:''' 10.1080/20477724.2024.2380131

=== Summary ===
This paper reports a significant increase in the global mortality rate of Nipah virus from 54.1% (2004–2013) to 80.1% (2014–2023). India has the highest mortality rate at 82.7% (1994–2023), and encephalitis is the primary cause of death.

=== Key Findings ===
* Global mortality rate of Nipah virus in 2014–2023 is 80.1%
* Mortality rate increased by 24% from the preceding decade (2004–2013)
* India has the highest mortality rate at 82.7% (1994–2023)
* Encephalitis accounts for 95% of Nipah virus-related deaths

=== Methodology ===
* '''Study Type:''' Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
* '''Sample Size:''' 2736 NiV patients
* '''Geographic Focus:''' Multiple countries
* '''Time Period:''' 1994–2023

=== Topics ===
Epidemiology, Clinical

=== Relevance ===
This paper contributes to understanding the increasing mortality rate of Nipah virus, highlighting public health challenges and potential areas for intervention.

=== Source ===
[[File:YPGH_118_2380131.PDF|PDF Document]]