CHILDREN AFFECTED BY CONGENITAL ZIKA SYNDROME: A STUDY ON CLINICAL ASPECTS RELATED TO PRE- AND POSTNATAL PERIODS

Objective: To describe the main findings regarding the clinical aspects related to the pre- and postnatal periods of children affected by Congenital Zika Virus Syndrome.Method: An exploratory, cross-sectional, and retrospective study involving children diagnosed with microcephaly due to fetal exposure to the Zika virus (ZIKV) during gestation, attended at the Maternal and Child Care Center (NAMI).Results: A higher infection rate was identified among women aged 20 to 34 years. Regarding the occurrence of ZIKV symptoms during pregnancy, 60% of the women presented symptoms consistent with ZIKV infection. Microcephaly was observed in children affected by the Zika virus. Clinical alterations were noted in the affected children, with dysphagia and seizures being the most common.Conclusion: Zika virus infection during pregnancy can lead to adverse outcomes for children, particularly when it occurs in the first trimester. Understanding the factors associated with pregnancy, birth, and the clinical complications of children affected by the Zika virus is crucial for the development of prevention, diagnosis, and treatment strategies aimed at minimizing the impact of the Zika virus on children's health.