Congenital Rubella Syndrome—Case Report

Abstract

Congenital rubella syndrome (CRS) is a consequence of rubella infection that can occur when the virus is transmitted in utero during maternal primary infection. A newborn male baby was admitted for delayed cry, respiratory distress, having a birth weight of 2,150 g. A history of consanguinity marriage of parents. Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), cataractous lens, patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), and a positive serology test are present. Vaccination at high-risk groups is necessary in order to avoid the appearance of CRS.