A Rare Case of Neurosyphilis with Calvaria Osteitis Presenting in Pregnancy
Gisella M. Newbery,
Christine E. Henricks,
Julie A. Vircks
et al.
Abstract:Background. The incidence of syphilis throughout the world is increasing. Rates in pregnancy are similarly rising, presenting risks of an untreated syphilis infection that can be detrimental to the mother and fetus. Although routine screening for syphilis infections is recommended at the initial prenatal visit, there is a lack of universal agreement on rescreening pregnant people and approximately 50% of syphilis cases are asymptomatic in the general population. Furthermore, some symptoms of syphilis can overl… Show more
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