Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
9021941 International Congress Series 2005 6 Pages PDF
Abstract
Neonatal herpes is a devastating disease with, in most countries, a low incidence. Strategies for prevention differ widely and are usually based on 'expert opinion'. Caesarean delivery in case of a herpes recurrence during delivery and suppressive aciclovir during the last weeks of pregnancy probably only have a modest effect on reduction of transmission. Type-specific serology will most likely not become available on a large scale. Therefore, counseling on safe sex practices may be important. Establishing incidence rates of neonatal herpes on a regular basis should be pursued, especially in low incidence areas.
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