Zika Virus: The Daily PANCE Blueprint
Which of the following is not a known complication of the Zika virus?
A. Microcephaly
B. Seizures
C. Hearing loss
D. Ventriculomegaly
E. All of these are known complications
Answer and topic summary
The answer is E. All of these are known complications
The Zika virus is a type of arbovirus that causes typically a mild flu-like illness. It is transmitted by Aedes aegypti, a mosquito. It can also be transmitted transplacentally or sexually. Known outbreaks typically occur in tropical or subtropical areas. Clinical features (if any, as most cases are asymptomatic) include fever, rashes, headache, malaise, etc. Treatment is supportive care. Sadly during pregnancy, known complications that the virus can lead to include: microcephaly, hearing loss, seizures, ventriculomegaly, and ocular abnormalities.
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