Publications by authors named "Olivier Despond"
Can J Infect Dis
March 2002
Article Synopsis
- A nine-year-old boy died from rabies encephalitis after being infected by a rabies virus variant linked to insectivorous bats, likely in the Laurentian Mountains of Quebec.
- The boy and his parents could not recall any direct contact with bats, highlighting that rabies can occur without a documented bite.
- This case underscores the need for better public and medical awareness regarding the risks of exposure to bats.
