Clinical manifestations and diagnosis of cytomegalovirus infection during pregnancy in Latin american countries (Original)

Abstract

Cytomegalovirus infects people of all ages. Once this virus enters the body, it remains there for life and can be reactivated. This virus is the most common cause of congenital fetal infection, which can cause fetal and neonatal death, as well as serious sequelae in childhood. The objective of the research was to identify the clinical manifestations and diagnosis of cytomegalovirus infection during pregnancy in Latin American countries. The methodology used was a descriptive study and documentary design. The results highlight that the Latin American countries with the highest frequency of cases of this infection are Ecuador, Colombia, Argentina and Guatemala, on the other hand, the most common clinical manifestations are fever, petechial and anemia. Regarding diagnosis, the most used methods were serology, with IgG and IgM tests, the PCR test and culture. This leads us to conclude that the presence of cytomegalovirus is very common in pregnant women, which can cause maternal-fetal health problems. Therefore, early diagnosis of this infection and adequate treatment are important, since there is no cure.