Research links Zika virus to severe joint condition at birth

Nurs Stand. 2016 Aug 24;30(52):16. doi: 10.7748/ns.30.52.16.s18.

Abstract

Research has shown a possible link between Zika virus infection in the womb and arthrogryposis - a condition that causes joint deformities at birth, particularly in the arms and legs.

MeSH terms

  • Arthrogryposis / etiology*
  • Brazil / epidemiology
  • Disease Outbreaks
  • Humans
  • Zika Virus / pathogenicity*
  • Zika Virus Infection / complications*
  • Zika Virus Infection / epidemiology