[Disorders in the interferon system in patients with virus-associated and chlamydial infections]

A more than 80% incidence of herpes simplex virus, cytomegalovirus, and chlamydial infection was revealed in 58 patients with various gynecological diseases. In 50% cases the infection was mixed. An appreciable reduction of the gamma-interferon system was detected in 20 patients, which was caused by a concomitant infectious process, possibly provoking the development of the underlying disease. Treatment of such patients should include antiviral and antichlamydial therapy, as well as correction of defects in interferon production.