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Zika Virus Infectious Cell Culture System and the In Vitro Prophylactic Effect of Interferons

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Published on: August 23, 2016

[Zika fever].

S Eftekhari-Hassanlouie¹, A Le Guern¹, E Oehler¹

¹Service de médecine interne et polyvalente, centre hospitalier de Polynésie française, avenue du Général-de-Gaulle, 98716 Pirae Tahiti, Polynésie française.

La Revue De Medecine Interne

|February 13, 2017

Summary

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Zika virus infection, an emerging arboviral disease, causes flu-like symptoms and severe complications. Diagnosis uses Reverse Transcriptase-Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR), with prevention focused on vector control and vaccine development.

Keywords:

Aedes Arbovirus Guillain-Barre Syndrome Microcephaly Microcéphalie Syndrome de Guillain-Barré Zika

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Vector Competence Analyses on Aedes aegypti Mosquitoes using Zika Virus

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Published on: May 31, 2020

Area of Science:

Virology
Epidemiology
Public Health

Background:

Zika virus is an emerging arbovirus causing mild flu-like symptoms, maculopapulous rash, arthralgia, and myalgia.
Severe neurological and fetal complications associated with Zika virus infection have been increasingly recognized.
The presence of Aedes albopictus mosquitoes in Europe poses a risk for autochthonous Zika virus transmission.

Purpose of the Study:

To summarize current knowledge on Zika virus infection, including its clinical presentation, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.
To highlight the potential risk of autochthonous Zika virus cases in Europe.
To emphasize the ongoing research efforts in diagnostics and vaccine development.

Main Methods:

Diagnosis is primarily established through the detection of viral RNA using Reverse Transcriptase-Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR).
Information is synthesized from existing publications on Zika virus and its complications.
Vector control strategies are identified as crucial for prevention.

Main Results:

Zika virus infection typically presents with mild symptoms but can lead to severe neurological and fetal issues.
Reverse Transcriptase-Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) is the standard diagnostic method.
Symptomatic treatment and vector control are the current management and prevention strategies.

Conclusions:

Zika virus infection poses a significant public health concern due to its emerging nature and potential complications.
Effective prevention relies heavily on controlling the Aedes albopictus mosquito vector.
Continued research into diagnostics and vaccines is critical for managing future outbreaks, especially in regions like Europe with established mosquito populations.