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SARS: responding to an unknown virus.

P A Tambyah1

  • 1Department of Medicine, National University of Singapore, 5 Lower Kent Ridge Road, 119074 Singapore, Singapore. mdcpat@nus.edu.sg

European Journal of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases : Official Publication of the European Society of Clinical Microbiology
|July 15, 2004
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Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), caused by a novel coronavirus, emerged in 2002. While controlled globally, research is needed on super-spreading events, transmission, and early detection to prepare for future outbreaks.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Virology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) is an emerging infectious disease caused by a novel coronavirus.
  • The outbreak began in southern China in late 2002 and rapidly spread internationally in early 2003.
  • Initial clinical responses focused on staff protection, with procedures evolving as more information became available.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the initial response to the SARS outbreak.
  • To identify key unanswered questions regarding SARS.
  • To emphasize the need for further research to prepare for potential future widespread transmission.

Main Methods:

  • This is a review of the SARS outbreak and response.
  • Information was gathered as the epidemic progressed.

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  • Analysis of clinical observations and epidemiological data.

    • Main Results:

    • The SARS virus spread internationally from a single incident in China.
    • Hospital response evolved from initial staff protection to rationalized procedures.
    • The virus is currently under control worldwide.

    Conclusions:

    • Numerous questions remain regarding SARS, including super-spreading events and transmission modes.
    • Rapid early detection of SARS is crucial.
    • Further research is essential to address these knowledge gaps and prepare for future outbreaks.