The Chikungunya virus: A reemerging cause of acute febrile illness in the high jungle of northern Peru

ConclusionThe study reports a considerable frequency of CHIKV infections among patients with AFI from the high jungle of northern Peru. These findings highlight the importance of recognizing CHIKV as an ongoing pathogen with continuous transmission in various areas of Peru. It is crucial to enhance epidemiological surveillance by implementing reliable diagnostic techniques, as the clinical symptoms of CHIKV infection can be nonspecific.
Source: PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases - Category: Tropical Medicine Authors: Source Type: research