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West Nile virus (WNV) caused fatal encephalitis and myeloradiculitis in a traveler returning from Serbia. Increased global WNV incidence due to climate change necessitates mosquito bite prevention, as no human treatments exist.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • West Nile virus (WNV) is a growing global health concern, with increasing incidence expected due to climate change.
  • Currently, no specific antiviral treatments or vaccines are available for human WNV infections.

Observation:

  • A case report details a fatal outcome of encephalitis and myeloradiculitis in a 76-year-old male.
  • The patient had recently returned from a vacation in Serbia during the 2022 WNV transmission season.

Findings:

  • The patient's neurological symptoms were directly attributed to West Nile virus infection.
  • The severe presentation highlights the potential for WNV to cause fatal neurological disease.

Implications:

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  • This case underscores the importance of WNV surveillance, particularly in travelers returning from affected regions.
  • Effective mosquito bite prevention strategies are critical in areas with WNV outbreaks.
  • Further research into WNV pathogenesis and the development of therapeutic interventions is warranted.