What Does VSV Stand For?

VSV stands for Vesicular Stomatitis Virus

Vesicular Stomatitis Virus (VSV) is an enveloped RNA virus belonging to the Rhabdoviridae family. It primarily affects livestock, causing vesicular lesions in the mouth and hooves of animals such as horses, cattle, and swine. VSV is zoonotic, meaning it can occasionally infect humans, typically resulting in mild flu-like symptoms. Considered a significant livestock pathogen, it can lead to economic losses due to decreased productivity and trade restrictions. VSV is also utilized in research as a model system for studying viral pathogenesis and as a vector for gene delivery in cancer therapy.