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Neonatal HSV infection Part I: continuing challenges.

Andre J Nahmias1

  • 1Division of Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology and Immunology, Department of Pediatrics, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA. nahmias@bellsouth.net

Herpes : the Journal of the IHMF
|June 16, 2005
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Clinical Gallery. Manifestations of neonatal herpes and herpetic cervicitis.

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Neonatal herpes remains a serious concern with high mortality despite antiviral treatments. Early detection of maternal infection and improved healthcare education are crucial for better management of this condition.

Area of Science:

  • Neonatal Medicine
  • Virology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Neonatal herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection poses significant diagnostic and management challenges.
  • High mortality and morbidity rates persist despite the availability of effective antiviral therapies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current knowledge and progress in neonatal herpes.
  • To provide practical guidelines for the diagnosis, management, and treatment of neonatal herpes.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of current knowledge and progress.
  • Synthesis of decades of clinical experience.
  • Focus on practical diagnostic and management strategies.

Main Results:

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  • Effective antiviral therapy is available but diagnostic and management issues persist.
  • Local focus on detecting maternal cervical HSV infection is recommended.
  • Importance of utilizing available diagnostic tools and specialty consultations highlighted.

    • Conclusions:

    • Improving health worker and patient education is vital for detecting and managing neonatal herpes.
    • Early detection of maternal cervical infection is a key strategy.
    • Multifaceted approach involving diagnostics, consultations, and education is necessary.