№ 6Neonatology9 min read
Viral infections of the foetus and newborn.
1. Big picture
Viral infections of the fetus and newborn are important because they can cause:
maternal infection during pregnancy
→ placental transmission or perinatal exposure
→ fetal damage / congenital infection / neonatal infection
→ miscarriage, malformations, growth restriction, CNS damage, sepsis-like illness, death
For exams, focus on the classic congenital/perinatal viral infections:
| Virus | Main exam association |
|---|---|
| CMV | Most common congen |
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