1. hantavirus in humans

Infectious disease

The article outlines the geographic distribution of pathogenic hantaviruses and their rodent reservoirs across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. It describes the clinical phases of hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome, including febrile, oliguric, and convalescent stages, and highlights the cardiopulmonary complications seen in hantavirus cardiopulmonary syndrome. Laboratory findings such as thrombocytopenia, proteinuria, and elevated inflammatory markers are detailed. Diagnostic strategies emphasize serology (IgM/IgG ELISA) and supportive urine analysis, while noting the challenges of long‑term sequelae. The review underscores the importance of travel and exposure history in suspecting hantavirus infection.