Cytomegalovirus Hepatitis During Pregnancy. Issue 4 (1995)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Chan, Ying; Kean-Chong, Maria; Gonzalez, David; Apuzzio, Joseph
• Is Part Of: Infectious diseases in obstetrics and gynecology. Volume 3:Issue 4(1995)
• Page Start: 164
• Page End: 165
• Publication Date: 1995
• Subjects: Generative organs, Female -- Infections -- Periodicals; Communicable diseases in pregnancy -- Periodicals; 618.142005
• DOI: 10.1155/S1064744995000524
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1064-7449

Abstract

Abstract : Background: Although cytomegalovirus (CMV) is an uncommon cause of viral hepatitis during pregnancy, a definitive diagnosis is important because of the potential for congenital CMV. In the case reported here, a diagnosis of hepatitis caused by CMV was made after the more common viral pathogens had been ruled out. Case: A 17-year-old, 12-week pregnant patient was evaluated for fever and right upper quadrant tenderness. A serologic evaluation revealed elevated liver function levels and a positive maternal serology for CMV IgM. A diagnosis of hepatitis caused by CMV was made after the more common viral pathogens and drug-induced hepatitis had been ruled out. She was counseled about the potential effects of CMV on her fetus. Conclusion: A step-wise approach to the diagnosis of viral hepatitis during pregnancy is needed to determine the etiology because a potential teratogenic virus may be involved.