Lethal Case of Bourbon Virus Leading to Shock and ECMO Utilization

Case Reports in Infectious Diseases 2026 Open access

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Authors: Allianna Mitchell, Andrew Gessouroun, Wissam El Atrouni, Ryan Kubat, Omar Almoghrabi, Megan Vorhies, Brigid Colleen Flynn
DOI: 10.1155/crdi/4652171
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Abstract

We present a lethal case of Bourbon virus infection in a 63-year-old Caucasian, diabetic male who was previously in good health. The patient had spent time in the wooded areas of Bourbon County, Kansas, and removed three ticks from his body 5 days prior to presentation. The patient had acute multisystem organ failure requiring multiple inotropes and pressor agents, renal replacement therapy, and venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO). This report describes the presentation, clinical outcomes, and background on Bourbon virus infection.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Viral Infections and Vectors Vector-borne infectious diseases Mosquito-borne diseases and control

Publication details

Journal / source
Case Reports in Infectious Diseases
Volume
2026
Issue
1
Pages
4652171–4652171
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN