Another Human Case of Equine Morbillivirus Disease in Australia
1996
Human Case of Equine Morbillivirus Disease in Australia
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Allworth T, O'Sullivan J, Selvey L, Sheridan J
Hypothesis
What are the implications of equine morbillivirus disease in humans?
Conclusion
A 35-year-old farmer died from equine morbillivirus disease after likely being infected a year prior.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient likely contracted the virus 12 months before his death.
- EMV was first observed in horses in Brisbane in September 1994.
- Tests confirmed the infection in the patient and the horses.
Takeaway
A farmer got very sick and died from a virus that usually affects horses, showing that it can also make people sick.
Methodology
The case was confirmed through testing of samples taken from the patient and autopsy specimens.
Limitations
No recent outbreaks have been reported, and the investigation found no links to other horses.
Participant Demographics
The patient was a 35-year-old male farmer.
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