Powassan virus
Presentation :
- Most reported infections have presented with meningoencephalitis, with a high mortality rate.
Pathophysiology :
| - Spread by Ixodes scapularis (Blacklegged Deer Tick) |
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Diagnostic Testing:
- Diagnostic testing is not commercially available but can be performed through coordination with state health departments
Treatment :
- No antiviral therapy is available, and treatment is supportive.
Prognosis:
References:
Created at: periodic/daily/July/2023-07-31-Monday