1st August 2023

A 21 year old backpacker has recently been in South Korea. Three weeks after her return, she attends A&E with a new fever

A 21 year old backpacker has recently been in South Korea. Three weeks after her return, she attends A&E with a new fever, headache, back pain, and epistaxis. She is found to be oliguric and treated urgently with dialysis. Her mother provides collateral and says her daughter complained about staying in a hostel infested with rats.

Which virus is the most likely cause?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.