Zika virus secondary prevention

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Yamuna Kondapally, M.B.B.S[2]

Overview

Secondary prevention for Zika-infected patients involves efforts to reduce incidence of the most serious complication of vertical transmission and subsequent birth defects. Methods of secondary prevention of Zika virus include reduction of partner-to-partner sexual transmission, as well as appropriate family planning in endemic regions.

Secondary Prevention

Secondary prevention for Zika-infected patients involves efforts to reduce incidence of the most serious complication of vertical transmission and subsequent birth defects. Methods of secondary prevention of Zika virus include reduction of partner-to-partner sexual transmission, as well as appropriate family planning in endemic regions. The following is a CDC-recommended guideline for infected Zika patients planning a pregnancy:

How Long to Wait Before Attempting to Have a Baby in Zika Endemic areas
Presence of Symptoms	Women	Men
Zika symptoms	At least 8 weeks after symptoms start	At least 6 months after symptoms start
No Zika symptoms	Talk with doctor or healthcare provider	Talk with doctor or healthcare provider