Case report: congenital cytomegalovirus infection

Abstract

Background. This review article surveys literature data on the methods of timely diagnosis and treatment of congenital cytomegalovirus infection (CMVI) in newborn infants. In recent years CMVI has become a subject of numerous global-scale studies. Such increased interest in CMVI is due to the fact that the consequences of congenital CMVI have a social impact. Description of clinical case. A clinical case of congenital manifest cytomegalovirus infection is described. The infant was diagnosed with CMVI on the 10th day of life. Complex therapy was prescribed in accordance with the protocol of management of congenital CMVI which led to positive dynamics. Conclusion. By today, an algorithm for detection and treatment of CMVI which brings positive results has been worked out. However, it is essential to keep in mind the long-term sequelae of CMVI and devote close attention to dispensary follow-up of such patients.