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  1. Congenital rubella syndrome (CRS) occurs when an unborn baby is infected with the rubella virus (German measles) via maternal-fetal transmission and develops birth defects. The most common congenital defects affect the ophthalmologic, cardiac, auditory, and neurologic systems.

  2. Feb 21, 2024 · What is congenital rubella syndrome? Congenital rubella syndrome (CRS) happens when a pregnant person becomes infected with rubella (German measles) and passes it on to the fetus. “Congenital” means “present at birth.” CRS causes a variety of issues during fetal development.

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    Rubella can cause congenital rubella syndrome in the newborn, this being the most severe sequela of rubella. The syndrome (CRS) follows intrauterine infection by the rubella virus and comprises cardiac, cerebral, ophthalmic, and auditory defects. [16]

  4. Aug 8, 2023 · However, maternal infection during the first trimester of pregnancy can cause a fetal malformation syndrome called congenital rubella syndrome. Rubella, also known as German Measles, is a viral illness characterized by maculopapular rash, lymphadenopathy, and fever.

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  5. Rubella virus (RuV) is the pathogenic agent of the disease rubella, transmitted only between humans via the respiratory route, and is the main cause of congenital rubella syndrome when infection occurs during the first weeks of pregnancy.

  6. Dec 4, 2023 · Congenital rubella is the infection of a foetus with rubella virus following the infection of the mother during pregnancy. ‘Congenital’ indicates that the foetus also becomes infected during pregnancy. Transmission.

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  8. Congenital rubella is a viral infection acquired from the mother during pregnancy. Signs are multiple congenital anomalies that can result in fetal death. Diagnosis is by serology and viral culture. There is no specific treatment. Prevention is by routine vaccination. ( See also Rubella and Overview of Neonatal Infections.)

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