Perinatal Infections Flashcards
What are the ToRCHES infections?
Toxoplasmosis Other Rubella CMV HSV/Hep/HIV Syphilis
What are the common ssx of torches infx?
- SGA or IUGR
- Thrombocytopenia
- Jaundice/HSM
- Microcephaly
Where is Toxoplasma acquired from?
- Cat feces
- Undercooked meat
- Uncooked eggs
- Unpasteurized milk
What should women never do when pregnant?
Change the cat litter box
Is there a prenatal screen for toxoplasmosis?
No
Is there a risk of transmission of toxo for a secondary or primary infection?
Primarily only
When in pregnancy is the will toxo have the most severe effects?
1st trimester
What happens to the chances of transmitting toxo with increasing gestational age? What about severity?
Risk of transmission increases
Severity decreases
Vertical transmission of toxoplasmosis infection is most likely to occur in what trimester?
2nd and 3rd
True or false: the majority of newborns with congenital toxo lack clinical signs
True
What is the classic triad of congenital toxoplasmosis? (3)
- Hydrocephalus
- Chorioretinitis
- Intracranial calcifications
What are the later signs of toxoplasmosis?
Seizures
Hearing loss
What is chorioretinitis? S/sx?
Inflammation of the posterior portion of the uveal tract and retina
Manifests as blurry vision, retinal detachment, or glaucoma
What are the characteristics of calcifications (CMV and toxo)?
V if periventricular, but this is CMV
X (diffuse) in toxo
How do you diagnose toxoplasmosis? (4)
- Serum IgM or persistent IgG
- Fundoscopic exam
- Head CT
- LP
What is the treatment for toxoplasmosis? (4)
- Pyrimethamine
- Sulfadiazine
- Leucovorin
- Corticosteroids
True or false: you should treat babies for ANY known or suspected toxoplasmosis infection, even if asymptomatic
True
Can you treat mothers in pregnancy for toxo?
Yes
What is the incidence of MR and seizures with toxoplasmosis? Deafness?
MR = 87% Seizures = 82% Deafness = 15%
What percent of adults are susceptible to Rubella?
10%
What is the viral family of Rubella?
Togaviridae
+ssRNA
What are the ssx of Rubella infections in adults?
Mild cold
What is the colloquial name for rubella?
German measles
How does rubella spread?
Respiratory droplets
What is the most common vaccine-preventable disease in the world?
Rubella
Is prenatal screening for Rubella recommended?
Yes
What happens to the severity of congenital rubella infection as gestational age increases?
Decreases
Maternal infection with Rubella from how many months before may cause neonatal infection?
1 month before conception
What are the four major organ systems affected with congenital rubella syndrome?
Eyes
Heart
Brain
Ears
What is the most common sequelae of congenital Rubella?
Hearing loss
What is the classic triad of congenital Rubella syndrome?
- Deafness
- Cataracts
- Congenital heart disease
What are the two common congenital heart defects that can occur with congenital Rubella syndrome?
PDA
Pulmonary stenosis
When can congenital Rubella infection be definitively diagnosed?
First year of life
What is the treatment for congenital Rubella?
There is none
How do you follow Rubella? (3 lab tests)
- Serum IgM
- IgG
- PCR
What is the most common presentation of congenital CMV?
Jaundice