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West Nile Virus: Treatment Information and Guidance for Clinicians

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  • No specific treatment is available.
  • In severe cases treatment consists of supportive care that often involves hospitalization, intravenous fluids, respiratory support, and prevention of secondary infections.
  • Several clinical trials are ongoing. Those that meet specific criteria are listed by CDC in Clinical Trials for Treating WNV Disease.


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