Abstract
Zikavirus (ZV) is a flavivirus transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes' bites. Sexual transmission is possible. Common ZV infection is asymptomatic or associates flu-like signs. Guillain-Barre syndrome following ZV infection is rare. Foetal infection, during the first trimester of pregnancy especially, can lead to severe neurological troubles. Diagnosis relies on blood and urine RT-PCR during the acute phase, and serology later in the disease. ELISA assays false positives are reported among patients infected with another flavivirus, whereas sero-neutralization is more specific. Treatment is symptomatic. Several vaccines are in the pipeline.
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