Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever (CCHF): present and future therapeutic armamentarium
Journal: Infezioni in Medicina
Year: 2024

Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever (CCHF) is an emerging severe tick-borne illness. The expanding habitat of <i>Hyalomma</i> ticks, coupled with migratory birds harbouring CCHF-infected ticks, contributes to an increasing number of potential hosts. The seroprevalence of anti-CCHF virus antibodies in livestock is approximately one-quarter, with a noticeable upward trend in recent years. The management of CCHF patients predominantly relies on supportive therapy, although a potential arsenal of antiv