The aim of this study was to examine the prevalence of toxoplasma susceptibility in pregnant women
Abstract:
Congenital toxoplasmosis (CT) arises as a result of new acquisition of Toxoplasma infection by a susceptible woman during pregnancy. Early detection of CT through neonatal screening programmes could optimize management and improve infant outcome. This study sought to estimate the prevalence of Toxoplasma susceptibility in pregnant women. As detection of Toxoplasma antibodies in neonatal more...
International Classification:
Other - toxoplasma
Categories:
toxoplasma susceptibility
Geography:
Republic of Ireland
Ir Med J,
Vol: 101 Page: 220-1 2008 Jul-Aug W. Ferguson; P. D. Mayne; B. Lennon; K. Butler; M. Cafferkey