Hantavirus in Emergency Radiology: Imaging Features and Infection Control

A review highlights chest imaging findings of hantavirus cardiopulmonary syndrome—interstitial edema and pleural effusions—and outlines infection control steps for radiology departments.

• This Applied Radiology article reviews the radiographic and CT manifestations of hantavirus cardiopulmonary syndrome in the emergency setting.
• It also discusses protocols for infection prevention when imaging suspected cases, including decontamination and PPE use.
• As a narrative review, it lacks systematic data synthesis or original research.

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