Publication: Congenital cytomegalovirus virus infection
Date
2009
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Kathmandu University
Abstract
Abstract
A 14 months old male child with psychomotor retardation and hypotonia is reported, where computerized axial
tomography revealed multiple calcification and ventriculomegaly secondary to cortical atrophy. Investigation suggested
the diagnosis of cytomegalovirus infection. Importance of early diagnosis is emphasized as the potential long term
sequelae can be prevented or reduced markedly with available therapeutic options.
Key words: Congenital, Cytomegalovirus, Psychomotor retardation, Calcification, Ganciclovir, Hyper immune
globulin
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PVS Rana
Professor and Head of Department, Department of Medicine, College of Medical Sciences, Chitwan, Nepal