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    Semin Perinatol. 1995 Dec;19(6):493-501.

    Infectious causes of hydrops fetalis.

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    Department of Pediatrics, University of Alabama at Birmingham, USA.

    Abstract

    A variety of infectious agents have been associated with nonimmune hydrops fetalis, most notably parvovirus B19, cytomegalovirus, herpes simplex virus, Toxoplasma gondii, and Treponema pallidum. These agents produce hydrops through effects on fetal bone marrow, myocardium, or vascular endothelium. Knowledge of the epidemiology and clinical characteristics of maternal and fetal infection can be used to select a diagnostic approach. Etiologic diagnosis will guide prognosis and the selection of specific chemotherapy.

    PMID:
    8822333
    [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

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