Laboratory Acquired Zika Virus Infection Through Mouse Bite: A Case Report

Abstract Zika virus is an arthropod-borne flavivirus mainly transmitted by the bite of infected mosquitoes. However, alternative transmission routes can occur. In this study, we show the accidental transmission of virus from an infected mouse to a human during the experimental manipulation. This stu...

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Published in:Open forum infectious diseases 2020-11, Vol.7 (11)
Main Authors: Talon de Menezes, Mariane, Rilo Christoff, Raíssa, Higa, Luiza M, Pezzuto, Paula, Rabello Moreira, Filipe Romero, Ribeiro, Liane de Jesus, Maia, Richard Araujo, Ferreira Júnior, Orlando da Costa, Tanuri, Amilcar, Pestana Garcez, Patrícia, Santana Aguiar, Renato
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Language:English
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Summary:Abstract Zika virus is an arthropod-borne flavivirus mainly transmitted by the bite of infected mosquitoes. However, alternative transmission routes can occur. In this study, we show the accidental transmission of virus from an infected mouse to a human during the experimental manipulation. This study describes the patient clinical manifestations and virus genome identification. We describe a new route of transmission of Zika virus from an infected mouse to human during experimental manipulation.
ISSN:2328-8957
2328-8957
DOI:10.1093/ofid/ofaa259