Marburg
Marburg
Marburg (/ˈmɑːrbʊrɡ/; German pronunciation: [ˈmaːɐ̯bʊɐ̯k]) is a term associated with a severe and potentially fatal disease in humans. The term is derived from the city of Marburg (in present-day Hesse, Germany) where the disease was first described.
Etymology
The term "Marburg" is derived from the city of the same name in Germany, where the disease was first identified in 1967. The disease is caused by the Marburg virus, a member of the Filoviridae family, which also includes the Ebola virus.
Pronunciation
The term is pronounced as /ˈmɑːrbʊrɡ/ in English and [ˈmaːɐ̯bʊɐ̯k] in German.
Related Terms
- Marburg virus: The virus that causes Marburg disease. It is a member of the Filoviridae family, which also includes the Ebola virus.
- Filoviridae: A family of viruses that includes the Marburg and Ebola viruses. These viruses are known for causing severe hemorrhagic fevers in humans and non-human primates.
- Hemorrhagic fever: A group of illnesses that can be caused by several distinct families of viruses, including the Filoviridae. Hemorrhagic fevers are characterized by high fever and bleeding disorders, and can lead to high fatality rates.
- Zoonotic disease: A disease that can be transmitted from animals to humans. The Marburg virus is believed to be a zoonotic virus, with fruit bats being the most likely natural reservoir.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Marburg
- Wikipedia's article - Marburg
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