What are the implications of Zika Virus for infant feeding? A synthesis of qualitative evidence concerning Congenital Zika Syndrome (CZS) and comparable conditions.

ABSTRACT: If a mother contracts the Zika Virus before or during pregnancy, then there is a risk of the child developing Congenital Zika Syndrome (CZS). An infant can then experience problems feeding due to the specific physical and developmental consequences of Congenital Zika Syndrome (CZS), such as microcephaly, dysphagia and an increased likelihood of choking. This qualitative evidence synthesis accesses direct and indirect evidence to inform WHO infant feeding guidelines. We conducted a qualitative evidence synthesis of the values and preferences of relevant stakeholders (e.g. pregnant women, mothers, family members and health practitioners) concerning infant (0-2 years) feeding in the presence of: 1) CZS (the'direct evidence'); 2) severe disability and nonprogressive, chronic encephalopathies (

SUBMITTER: Carroll C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7605709 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature