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  • 1Department of Pediatrics, Division of Neonatology, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Medical Center Boulevard, Winston-Salem, NC 27157.

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Congenital syphilis is a growing public health issue. Early prenatal screening and penicillin treatment for mothers, partners, and infants can prevent this infection.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Pediatrics

Background:

  • Congenital syphilis presents a significant and increasing global health challenge.
  • The United States is experiencing a rise in congenital syphilis cases.
  • This infection is preventable through effective public health interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the persistent issue of congenital syphilis.
  • To discuss the mechanisms of vertical transmission and clinical symptoms.
  • To offer a management algorithm for infants exposed to syphilis.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on congenital syphilis.
  • Analysis of vertical transmission routes and clinical presentations.
  • Development of a practical evaluation and management algorithm for exposed infants.
Keywords:
Congenital syphiliscongenital infectioncongenital syphilis reviewreverse syphilis screening

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Main Results:

  • Congenital syphilis is a preventable infection.
  • Early and repeated prenatal screening of pregnant women is crucial.
  • Penicillin treatment is effective for infected mothers, partners, and newborns.

Conclusions:

  • Every congenital syphilis case signifies a gap in prenatal care.
  • Effective prevention relies on comprehensive prenatal screening and timely penicillin treatment.
  • Public health systems must prioritize early detection and intervention to eliminate congenital syphilis.