Résumé
Although viral encephalitis is an uncommon cause of admission to hospital, its morbidity and mortality burden is disproportionately high [...]. Over the years, a large panel of viruses associated with encephalitis have been identified; however, in more than half of the cases, the causative infectious agent remains unidentified and its nature varies depending on the geographical location. The reasons why a viral infection causes encephalitis remain poorly understood [...].