Cow pox
Last Updated: 2020-11-19
ICD11: -
Last Updated: 2020-11-19
Author(s): Anzengruber F., Navarini A.
ICD11: -
Variola vaccinia
Zoonosis caused by the poxvirus bovis (orthopoxvirus). The main pathogen reservoir is rodents (e.g. rats), but humans, cats and cattle can be infected.
Transmission occurs via rodents and cattle, but mainly via cats. Skin lesions serve as entry ports.
After erythema, papulovesicles and pustules occur, ulceration occurs (after approx. 2 weeks). In addition to local swelling, painful lymphadenitis is often seen. Sometimes a reduced general condition, febrile temperatures and eye involvement can be observed.
Clinic, electron microscopy (negative contrast), serology, pathogen detection.
Approved systemic drugs do not exist. Cidovir showed efficacy in studies, but its use is to be discussed due to potentially lethal side effects.