Viruses, Vol. 16, Pages 336: Beyond Borders: Investigating the Mysteries of Cacipacor & eacute;, a Lesser-Studied Arbovirus in Brazil
Viruses, Vol. 16, Pages 336: Beyond Borders: Investigating the Mysteries of Cacipacoré, a Lesser-Studied Arbovirus in Brazil
Viruses doi: 10.3390/v16030336
Authors:
Marielena V. Saivish
Maurício L. Nogueira
Shannan L. Rossi
Nikos Vasilakis
Cacipacoré virus (CPCV) was discovered in 1977 deep in the Amazon rainforest from the blood of a black-faced ant thrush (Formicarius analis). As a member of the family Flaviviridae and genus orthoflavivirus, CPCV’s intricate ecological association with vectors and hosts raises profound questions. CPCV’s transmission cycle may involve birds, rodents, equids, bovines, marsupials, non-human primates, and bats as potential vertebrate hosts, whereas Culex and Aedes spp. mosquitoes have been implicated as potential vectors of transmission. The virus’ isolation across diverse biomes, including urban settings, suggests its adaptability, as well as presents challenges for its accurate diagnosis, and thus its impact on veterinary and human health. With no specific treatment or vaccine, its prevention hinges on traditional arbovirus control measures. Here, we provide an overview of its ecology, transmission cycles, epidemiology, pathogenesis, and prevention, aiming at improving our ability to better understand this neglected arbovirus.
Source: Viruses - Category: Virology Authors: Marielena V. Saivish Maur ício L. Nogueira Shannan L. Rossi Nikos Vasilakis Tags: Perspective Source Type: research
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