Clinical Characteristics of Tick-Borne Encephalitis in Adult Patients: A 10-year Retrospective Study in Stockholm, Sweden

By
Sofia Bartholdsson
Maria-Pia Hergens
Karin E Hansson
Josef Ragnarsson
Peter Hodosi
Ismail Kus
Mona Insulander
Sirkka Vene
Lars Lindquist
Helena H Askling
Sara Gredmark-Russ
September 24, 2024
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The Journal Of Infectious Diseases

Objective:

To assess the clinical characteristics and outcomes of patients with tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) in Region Stockholm, Sweden, in light of the increasing incidence of TBE in Europe.

Key Findings:

703 adult patients were included from a total of 1004 identified TBE cases, with a median age of 50 years; 61% were men.

Interpretation:

Severe TBE is more likely in older adults, those with comorbid conditions, and those receiving immunomodulatory therapy, highlighting the need for optimized prevention strategies to protect vulnerable populations.

Limitations:

The study is retrospective and may be subject to reporting biases, which could affect the reliability of the findings.
Data on vaccination status and immune response were limited, potentially impacting the understanding of disease severity.

Conclusion:

The findings underscore the importance of preventive measures, particularly for immunocompromised patients, and the need for standardized follow-up care for TBE patients, emphasizing vaccination as a key strategy.

Clinical Characteristics of Tick-Borne Encephalitis in Adult Patients: A 10-year Retrospective Study in Stockholm, Sweden

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Clinical Characteristics of Tick-Borne Encephalitis in Adult Patients: A 10-year Retrospective Study in Stockholm, Sweden

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