Abstract
Neonatal herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections are rare but are associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Advances in diagnostic modalities to identify these infants, as well as the development of safe and effective antiviral therapy, have revolutionised the management of affected infants. This review will summarise the epidemiology of neonatal HSV infections and discuss the management of infants with HSV exposure and infection.
Keywords:
PCR; acyclovir; genital herpes; neonatal herpes.
Publication types
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Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
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Review
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Antiviral Agents / administration & dosage*
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Female
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Herpes Simplex* / diagnosis
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Herpes Simplex* / drug therapy
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Herpes Simplex* / epidemiology
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Herpes Simplex* / transmission
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Humans
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Infant
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Infant, Newborn
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Infectious Disease Transmission, Vertical*
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Male
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Maternal Exposure / statistics & numerical data*
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Pregnancy
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Pregnancy Complications, Infectious* / diagnosis
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Pregnancy Complications, Infectious* / drug therapy
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Pregnancy Complications, Infectious* / epidemiology
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Pregnancy Complications, Infectious* / etiology
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Prognosis