Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
Type of virus?
A
-ssRNA
2
Q
How is hantavirus transmitted?
A
Inhalation of aerosolized rodent poo. No human to human transmission
3
Q
Where in the world does hantavirus pop up?
A
Southwest USA
4
Q
Whats the kicker for this virus that makes it so fatal?
A
Pulmonary edema from lymphoblasts and macrophages coming in that release cytokines and increase pulmonary capillary permeability
5
Q
What does hantavirus present like in early stages?
A
Influenza
6
Q
Major complications of hantavirus?
A
- Pulmonary edema
- SOB
- Hypotension
- Cardiogenic shock
7
Q
What is the tetrad of presentation of hantavirus?
A
- Thrombocytopenia
- Leukocytosis (left shift)
- Abnormal lymphoblasts
- Increased hematocrit
8
Q
What is the treatment for hantavirus?
A
No treatment.. Supportive care. Even tho pts are hypotensive, DONT GIVE FLUIDS!!!
