A case of Powassan virus encephalitis.

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A case of encephalitis due to Powassan virus, probably transmitted through tick-bite, is reported in an 8-year-old boy. There was a 50-fold increase in neutralization titre against Powassan virus, but the virus could not be isolated. Other virological investigations were negative.The patient survived and early physiotherapy and speech re-education could be instituted. Nine months after onset of illness the patient showed moderate sequelae, despite a very severe illness.

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Journal ID (iso-abbrev): Can Med Assoc J

Title: Canadian Medical Association journal

ISSN: 0008-4409

ISSN (Print): 0008-4409

Publication date (Electronic): May 18 1974

Volume: 110

Issue: 10

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PMC ID: 1947498

PubMed ID: 4829843

SO-VID: 56770794-e71b-465d-b1f7-c2a8f21f1216

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