Imaging of Emerging Infectious Diseases

Purpose of Review Emerging infectious diseases have seen a record increase in prevalence, and understanding their management is critical in an increasingly global community. In this paper, we review current literature detailing the role of radiology in the diagnosis and treatment of the Ebola (EVD),...

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Published in:Current radiology reports (Philadelphia, PA ) PA ), 2019-01, Vol.7 (9), p.25-25, Article 25
Main Authors: Jardon, Meghan, Mohammad, Shaden F., Jude, Cecilia M., Pahwa, Anokh
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Abnormalities
Chikungunya virus
Diagnosis
Global Radiology
Global Radiology (R Stein-Wexler
Global Radiology (R Stein-Wexler, Section Editor)
Imaging
Infectious diseases
Literature reviews
Medical imaging
Medicine
Medicine & Public Health
Monitoring
Radiography
Radiology
Section Editor
Severe acute respiratory syndrome
Viral diseases
Viruses
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Summary:Purpose of Review Emerging infectious diseases have seen a record increase in prevalence, and understanding their management is critical in an increasingly global community. In this paper, we review current literature detailing the role of radiology in the diagnosis and treatment of the Ebola (EVD), Zika (ZVD), Chikungunya (CHIKF), H1N1, Middle East Respiratory (MERS), and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) viruses. Recent Findings Complex protocols are required to safely use portable imaging in EVD to prevent nosocomial spread of disease. In ZVD, antenatal ultrasound can detect fetal abnormalities early, allowing implementation of care and support to affected families. Imaging is useful in assessing the extent of involvement of chronic CHIKF and monitoring treatment effect. Chest radiography and CT play a more direct role in the diagnosis and monitoring of the viral infections with primarily respiratory manifestations (H1N1, MERS, and SARS). Summary Radiology plays a variable role in emerging infectious diseases, requiring an understanding of disease transmission and safe imaging practices, as well as imaging features that affect clinical management.
ISSN:2167-4825
2167-4825
DOI:10.1007/s40134-019-0338-4