Awareness of Pregnant Patients about Congenital Cytomegalovirus Infection—A Semi-Systematic Review
Paweł Bartnik,
Aleksandra Bender,
Joanna Kacperczyk-Bartnik
et al.
Abstract:Background: Cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection represents a major issue worldwide, since it constitutes the most common viral congenital infection, with a prevalence of 0.58% and 1–5% in developed and developing countries, respectively. According to recent studies, prenatal treatment significantly decreases the risk of vertical CMV transmission, and early intervention may even prevent the termination of pregnancy. This study aimed to investigate the level of awareness of CMV among pregnant patients through a semi… Show more
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