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Malnutrition in Children with Congenital Zika Virus Syndrome: A Systematic Review | Synapse

April 11, 2026Maternal and Child Health Journal0 citationsOpen Access

Malnutrition in Children with Congenital Zika Virus Syndrome: A Systematic Review

DSDeysiane Santiago da SilvaUniversidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte LSLetícia Karla Cunha dos SantosUniversidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte SBSuamy Sales BarbosaUniversidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte

Key Points

To assess the prevalence of malnutrition and eating practices in children diagnosed with congenital Zika virus syndrome (CZS).
Conducted a systematic review of existing literature
Analyzed data related to nutritional status
Identified common malnutrition indicators such as short stature and wasting
Found a high prevalence of short stature among children with CZS
Observed instances of wasting and excess weight
Highlighted inappropriate eating practices contributing to malnutrition

Abstract

It was possible to identify short stature, wasting, excess weight, and inappropriate eating practices in children with CZS.

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Silva et al. (Thu,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69d9e50778050d08c1b754da https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.1007/s10995-026-04252-5