Central Nervous System and Ocular Manifestations in Puumala Hantavirus Infection
Nina Hautala, Terhi Partanen, Anna‐Maria Kubin, Heikki Kauma, Timo Hautala
Abstract
), causes a mild form of hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome (HFRS) called nephropathia epidemica (NE). Acute high fever, acute kidney injury (AKI), thrombocytopenia, and hematuria are typical features of this syndrome. In addition, headache, blurred vision, insomnia, vertigo, and nausea are commonly associated with the disease. This review explores the mechanisms and presentations of ocular and central nervous system involvement in acute NE.
Topics & Concepts
Puumala virusHantavirusHantavirus InfectionBank voleMedicineNauseaImmunologyAcute kidney injuryVirologyInternal medicineVirusPopulationEnvironmental healthViral Infections and VectorsFire effects on ecosystemsMosquito-borne diseases and control