Cytomegalovirus (CMV) and Congenital CMV Infection Specialists in Delhi
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common viral infection. While usually mild in healthy people, it can be severe in immunocompromised patients and cause serious birth …
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What is Cytomegalovirus (CMV) and Congenital CMV Infection?
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common viral infection. While usually mild in healthy people, it can be severe in immunocompromised patients and cause serious birth defects when acquired by babies during pregnancy.
Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
50-80% of adults have been infected by age 40. Congenital CMV affects about 1 in 200 newborns.
Contagious
Yes