The First Reported Case of California Encephalitis in More Than 50 Years
2001
First Reported Case of California Encephalitis in Over 50 Years
Sample size: 1
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Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Bruce F. Eldridge, Carol Glaser, Robert E. Pedrin, Robert E. Chiles
Primary Institution: University of California, Davis
Hypothesis
What is the cause of the recent case of California encephalitis?
Conclusion
The patient's infection was likely due to exposure to mosquitoes near his home.
Supporting Evidence
- The case represents only the fourth reported instance of California encephalitis.
- The patient had a rise in antibody titer between acute and convalescent-phase serum samples.
- Exposure to mosquitoes is the most likely route of infection.
Takeaway
A man got sick from a rare virus carried by mosquitoes, and this is the first case reported in a long time.
Methodology
The patient's serum samples were tested for antibodies using neutralization tests.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
The patient was a 65-year-old man from Marin County, California.
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