Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

Intra-uterine infections.

K L Tan1

  • 1Department of Paediatrics, National University of Singapore.

Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore
|October 1, 1987
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Intrauterine infections affect 14% of pregnancies, with cytomegalovirus, rubella, and herpes simplex being common. Preventive measures like immunisation and avoiding close contact are crucial for maternal and fetal health.

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Developing high intensity ultrasonic cleaning (HIUC) for post-processing additively manufactured metal components.

Ultrasonics·2022
Same author

Is the Management of Rectal Cancer Using a Watch and Wait Approach Feasible, Safe and Effective in a Publicly Funded General Hospital?

Clinical oncology (Royal College of Radiologists (Great Britain))·2021
Same author

Novel technique using amplatzer AVP I stent in management for giant renal artery pseudoaneurysm.

Urology case reports·2020
Same author

Diastolic dysfunction grading, echocardiographic and electrocardiogram findings in 50 patients with apical hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.

The Medical journal of Malaysia·2020
Same author

Factors influencing physical inactivity among adults in Negeri Sembilan, Peninsular Malaysia.

The Medical journal of Malaysia·2019
Same author

Bubble dynamics and cavitation intensity in milli-scale channels under an ultrasonic horn.

Ultrasonics sonochemistry·2019
Same journal

"Gazing into the crystal ball of mortality prediction in conservative kidney care": Correspondence.

Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore·2026
Same journal

Vascular stiffness and sepsis mortality: A promising signal in search of clinical relevance.

Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore·2026
Same journal

Transcatheter aortic valve implantation for severe aortic regurgitation with Trilogy system: Initial Southeast Asia experience.

Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore·2026
Same journal

Singapore expert consensus on optimising lipid-lowering strategies in acute coronary syndrome: A modified Delphi study.

Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore·2026
Same journal

Association of estimated pulse wave velocity with 28-day mortality in sepsis: A MIMIC-IV study.

Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore·2026
Same journal

Prognostic value of the monocyte-to-albumin ratio in nasopharyngeal carcinoma: A retrospective cohort study.

Annals of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore·2026
See all related articles

Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Background:

  • Intrauterine infections pose a significant risk during pregnancy, with an estimated incidence of 14% when detected through laboratory methods.
  • Common intrauterine infections include cytomegalovirus, congenital rubella, and herpes simplex, while hepatitis B virus is frequent in certain regions.
  • Congenital syphilis, though treatable, is generally under control, highlighting the importance of managing other preventable infections.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the incidence and common types of intrauterine infections during pregnancy.
  • To emphasize the necessity of preventive strategies against intrauterine infections due to potential permanent fetal damage.
  • To discuss effective preventive measures and transmission routes for intrauterine infections.

Related Experiment Videos

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and synthesis of existing data on intrauterine infection incidence.
  • Analysis of common causative agents and their prevalence.
  • Evaluation of current preventive strategies and transmission dynamics.

Main Results:

  • Cytomegalovirus, congenital rubella, and herpes simplex are the most frequently observed intrauterine infections.
  • Hepatitis B virus infection is notably common in specific geographical areas.
  • Congenital syphilis is largely controlled due to effective treatment options.

Conclusions:

  • Preventive measures are essential as intrauterine infections can cause permanent fetal damage.
  • Immunisation against hepatitis and rubella offers effective protection.
  • Avoiding close, intimate contact with individuals suspected of having infections is a key preventive strategy during pregnancy.