Springer Hantaviruses - Current Topics in Microbiology 256

Hantaviruses are rodent-borne RNA viruses within the Bunyaviridae family that affect populations across the globe. This volume from the Current Topics in Microbiology and Immunology series provides a deep look into these viruses and the severe disease syndromes they cause. Specifically, it addresses hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome (HFRS) found in Asia and Europe, as well as hantavirus pulmonary syndrome. This academic resource offers recent studies that help explain why these viruses have such high human pathogenicity. By examining how these viruses are maintained and transmitted within rodent populations, researchers and medical professionals can gain a better understanding of the biological mechanisms at play. This book serves as a foundational text for those studying infectious and contagious diseases, providing essential data on the global presence and impact of hantaviruses.