Abstract
Severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome virus (SFTSV) is a tick-borne bunyavirus with a mortality rate of up to 30%. There is no specific treatment for SFTSV. This article systematically reviews the progress of major anti-SFTSV drugs. The nucleotide analogues (favipiravir, 4′-fluorouridine diphosphate prodrug VV261) have shown clinical potential. Calcium channel blockers (nifedipine, etc.) block virus invasion by inhibiting calcium influx. Monoclonal antibody (S2A5/SNB02) has achieved targeted therapy, and SNB02 nanoantibody has entered clinical trials. However, many candidate agents predominantly focus on a single target, such as viral RdRp or host calcium channels, which makes it difficult to block the entire viral replication cycle and may accelerate the accumulation of resistant mutations. In addition, the low bioavailability of small-molecule drugs, the obstacles to industrial-scale production of antibody-based therapies, and the lack of Phase III clinical evidence severely restrict their clinical translation. Future research should focus on exploring viral replication mechanisms, developing drugs against key viral proteins, and designing multi-target combination therapies and novel drug delivery systems.
1. Introduction
Severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome (SFTS), caused by the severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome virus (SFTSV), is an acute febrile illness characterized by thrombocytopenia and leukopenia. In severe cases, it may trigger cytokine storms leading to multiple organ failure and death [1]. Clinical laboratory findings frequently demonstrate elevated serum levels of aspartate aminotransferase (AST), alanine aminotransferase (ALT), and lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) [2].
SFTSV, also designated Dabie bandavirus, belongs to the genus Bandavirus within the family Phenuiviridae and the order Bunyavirales [3,4]. The primary vector for transmission is the hard tick Haemaphysalis longicornis [5]. Exhibiting broad host tropism and zoonotic potential, SFTSV transmits not only via tick bites but also through direct blood exposure [6]. Since its initial identification in China in 2009 [2,7], the virus has spread to regions including South Korea, Japan, and Vietnam, with a global case fatality rate approximating 30% [8,9,10].
The absence of approved vaccines or targeted therapeutics poses a substantial threat to public health should large-scale outbreaks occur. Consequently, the WHO designated SFTSV as a priority pathogen in 2017 and reaffirmed its status as a high-risk agent under the Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) framework in 2024. Elucidating the viral pathogenesis and developing effective countermeasures remain imperative.
2. Genomic Characteristics of SFTSV
SFTSV is a segmented, single-stranded, negative-sense RNA virus with spherical virions measuring 80–100 nm in diameter [2,11]. The viral genome comprises three distinct segments designated as small, medium, and large segments [12]. Structurally, each genomic segment is flanked by non-translated regions (NTRs) that form panhandle-like secondary structures at the 5’ and 3’ termini [13]. The large (L) segment has a full length of approximately 6368 base pairs (bp) and primarily encodes the viral RNA-dependent RNA polymerase (RdRp). This enzyme represents the primary target for nucleoside analogue-based antivirals [2,13]. The M segment (3378 bp) expresses a glycoprotein precursor processed into Gn and Gc glycoproteins—key targets for vaccine development. Gn facilitates cellular entry by binding the host receptor non-muscle myosin heavy chain IIA (NMMHC-IIA), while Gc mediates pH-dependent membrane fusion [14]. The S segment, approximately 1744 bp in length, encodes both the nonstructural protein (NS) and nucleoprotein (NP) [13]. NS antagonizes IFN-β production through TBK1 sequestration and impedes NF-κB signaling, processes that provoke dysregulated cytokine release and hyperinflammation. Concurrently, the oligomerization of NP into ring-like structures encapsulates the viral RNA-RdRp complex, assembling stable RNPs essential for genomic protection and viral replication. The open reading frame (ORF) within the S segment exhibits significantly lower conservation than its counterpart in the L segment [13]. Driven by genetic instability, NSs undergo frequent mutations that can mediate resistance to selected antiviral therapies. Hence, in the process of drug development, it is important to thoroughly account for the potential impact of viral genomic mutations, design NS-targeted drugs to counter mutation-driven resistance, and explore the Gn/Gc fusion mechanism as a dual-target inhibitor (Figure 1, Table 1).
Figure 1.
Genomic organization of SFTSV.
Table 1.
SFTSV genomic segments and encoded proteins.
4. Summary and Outlook
This review summarizes the recent advances in SFTSV antiviral drugs. At present, most of the drug research on SFTSV is still in the stage of in vitro experiments or animal models, and few have advanced into clinical trials. Nucleoside analogues like ribavirin and favipiravir are primarily effective early in infection or at low viral loads, though efficacy is often limited by emerging resistance. Calcium channel blockers are promising host-targeted drugs, with evidence from retrospective studies; however, their efficacy lacks confirmation from randomized controlled trials. Caffeic acid exhibits antiviral activity only at the cellular level, and its in vivo efficacy and safety remain to be fully evaluated. Despite demonstrated antiviral efficacy in vitro, the suboptimal oral bioavailability of amodiaquine substantially curtails its clinical translation potential. Vitamin D derivatives have demonstrated antiviral activity in both laboratory and animal studies and exhibit a synergistic effect when combined with favipiravir. However, this potential has not yet been validated in human subjects. The long-term administration of IFN-γ and its inducers necessitates rigorous risk assessment for therapy-limiting effects, including acquired resistance mediated by JAK-STAT pathway dysregulation and dose-dependent hepatotoxicity. Metabolic disturbances, particularly hyperglycemia, have been recognized as significant contributors to poor outcomes in SFTS. Early clinical observations indicate that metformin may help normalize glucose levels, lower viral burden, and correlate with improved survival. Yet, current evidence is based on small cohorts, and its therapeutic relevance in patients without hyperglycemia has not been established. But the SNB02 monoclonal nanobody demonstrates high efficacy in animal models and has advanced to preclinical and clinical investigations, representing one of the most promising translational strategies currently available.
Based on the above analysis, the majority of drug studies remain at the stage of in vitro experiments or animal models. In the future, it is imperative to conduct in-depth investigations into key viral proteins, such as NSs and Gn/Gc, as well as host factors, to facilitate the development of multi-target inhibitors. Moreover, advancing siRNA nanodelivery systems and self-assembling nanoparticle platforms must proceed in parallel, accelerating the clinical translation of vaccines through rigorous safety and efficacy evaluation, while establishing both SFTS rapid diagnostics and robust tick vector surveillance systems. These advances constitute pivotal scientific underpinnings for confronting SFTSV threats, forming the bedrock for sustainable safeguards of global health security.
Author Contributions
Conceptualization, H.D. and Y.T.; investigation, H.D., L.Z. and Y.W.; writing—original draft preparation, H.D.; writing—review and editing, S.X., L.L. and Y.T.; visualization, H.D., L.Z. and Y.W.; supervision, S.X. and Y.T.; All authors have read and agreed to the published version of the manuscript.
Funding
This research received no external funding.
Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare no conflicts of interest.
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