Toxoplasmosis, parvovirus, and cytomegalovirus in pregnancy

Clin Lab Med. 2010 Sep;30(3):709-20. doi: 10.1016/j.cll.2010.04.009. Epub 2010 Jun 15.

Abstract

Several infections in adults warrant special consideration in pregnant women given the potential fetal consequences. Among these are toxoplasmosis, parvovirus B19, and cytomegalovirus. These infections have an important effect on the developing fetus depending on the timing of infection. This article reviews the modes of transmission as well as maternal and neonatal effects of each of these infections. In addition, recommended testing, fetal surveillance, and treatment where indicated are outlined.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cytomegalovirus Infections / diagnosis*
  • Cytomegalovirus Infections / therapy
  • Disease Management
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Parvoviridae Infections / diagnosis*
  • Parvoviridae Infections / therapy
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Complications, Infectious / diagnosis*
  • Pregnancy Complications, Infectious / parasitology
  • Pregnancy Complications, Infectious / therapy
  • Pregnancy Complications, Infectious / virology
  • Prenatal Diagnosis / methods*
  • Toxoplasmosis, Congenital / diagnosis*
  • Toxoplasmosis, Congenital / therapy