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This presentation covers the structure, classification, multiplication process, clinical manifestations, epidemiology, diagnosis, and control measures related to corona viruses. Topics include the structure of corona viruses, classification based on serotypes, multiplication process in nasal epithelium, clinical manifestations including rare cases of diarrhea in children, and detailed information on their pathogenesis and epidemiology. Diagnosis methods, treatment strategies focusing on symptom management and hygiene improvement, along with the absence of specific vaccines and antivirals are also discussed.
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Corona Viruses fackrel@Uwindsor.ca Corona.ppt
Corona Viruses • Structure • Classification • Multiplication • Clinical manifestations • Epidemiology • Diagnosis • Control Baron’s Web Site
Structure • Spherical or pleomorphic 80-100 nm • Enveloped • club shaped glycoprotein spikes • ss RNA sense strand
Classification • Crown of envelope glycoproteins • 2 serotypes • OC43 like • 229E like
Multiplication • Virus enters nasal epithelium • Uncoats • ssRNA transcribed >>> translated • mRNA nested set • common 3’ ends • only unique portion of 5’ translated
Common Cold mild, acute upper respiratory tract infections Clinical Manifestations Diarrhea in children RARE!
DISEASE Interferon Virus antibody Time (days) Corona Virus Pathogenesis coryza Nasal Secretions Nasopharynx
Epidemiology • local epidemics • Peak incidence in Winter • last few weeks- months
Diagnosis • Clinically • undistinguished from other colds • Laboratory • increase in antibody titre over time • virus difficult to isolate
Control • Treat symptoms • Improve hygiene • No vaccines • No specific antivirals