[Condylomata acuminata in pregnancy. Is there an indication for Cesarean section?]

Condylomata acuminata are very rare in children, although the prevalence of clinically or cytologically visible human papilloma virus infections is high. We report on a 28-year old G IV, P II with genital warts at the time of delivery, who had a baby boy without any signs of HPV-infection. The condylomata of the mother persisted, and subsequently laser vaporisation was performed one year after delivery. One year after laser therapy, a recurrent HPV-infection in the mother was detected. At this time, her two year old son had condylomata on his scrotum. The same serotypes, HPV 6 and 11, could be identified in the mother and child. With this case report, we discuss the possible ways of transmission and consequent clinical management of HPV infections in pregnancy.