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  • Neonatal infectious diseases
  • Virology
  • Pediatric infectious diseases

Background:

  • Neonatal herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection presents a significant threat to newborns, causing severe morbidity and mortality.
  • Advances in diagnostic and therapeutic strategies have markedly improved the prognosis for affected infants.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive review of neonatal herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection.
  • To discuss epidemiology, risk factors, acquisition routes, clinical presentation, diagnostic evaluation, and treatment strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of neonatal herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection.
  • Synthesis of current evidence on diagnosis and management.

Main Results:

  • Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is crucial for identifying infected infants.
  • Acyclovir treatment, including parenteral and suppressional oral therapy, has significantly enhanced infant prognosis.
  • Early diagnosis and intervention are critical for improved long-term outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Neonatal HSV is a serious condition requiring prompt diagnosis and management.
  • The combination of PCR, parenteral acyclovir, and suppressive oral acyclovir therapy offers the best approach to improve infant survival and long-term health.
  • Continued research and awareness are vital for combating neonatal HSV.