Neurologic sequelae of severe chikungunya infection in the first 6 months of life: a prospective cohort study 24-months post-infection.

Roelof van EwijkMinke H W HuibersMeindert E ManshandeGinette M Ecury-GoossenAshley J DuitsJob C CalisAleid G van Wassenaer-Leemhuis

Published in: BMC infectious diseases (2021)

In the first study aimed at postnatally infected infants, using an uncontrolled design, we observed a very high percentage of developmental problems. Further studies are needed to assess causality, however until these data are available preventive measure during outbreaks should also include young infants. Those that have been infected in early infancy should receive follow up.

Keyphrases

mental health
zika virus
electronic health record
early onset
weight gain
machine learning
middle aged
body mass index