2021
DOI: 10.5812/iji.113427
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A Systematic Review of Treatment Strategies Including Future Novel Therapies in Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever

Abstract: Introduction: Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF) is an acute fetal illness the case fatality rate (CFR), which without treatment is between 26% to more than 80%. Despite the administration of ribavirin as a specific antiviral drug for the treatment of CCHF from many years ago, its clinical efficacy is still controversial. Objectives: This systematic review aimed to evaluate the clinical efficacy of ribavirin, favipiravir, and other treatment options for CCHF, including steroids, immunoglobulin, etc. Method… Show more

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“…Mild or moderate cases are discharged with recommendation to complete the ribavirin course. A supportive therapy such as steroids was also recommended by the physician for mild, moderate, and severe cases [33] .…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Mild or moderate cases are discharged with recommendation to complete the ribavirin course. A supportive therapy such as steroids was also recommended by the physician for mild, moderate, and severe cases [33] .…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Intravenous proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) to prevent gastrointestinal bleeding and oral progesterone to prevent or control menstrual bleeding are essential. Among the various strategies used to control CCHF, corticosteroids, intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG), and plasma exchange are not valid enough (23).…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Additionally, the efficacy of other therapeutic approaches such as steroid injection, immunoglobulin therapy, and mAbs need more definitive evidence. Favipiravir is a very promising antiviral medication for the treatment of CCHF [187].…”
Section: Limitations and Advantages Of Novel Treatment Methods In Cchfvmentioning
confidence: 99%