Abstract
A case of localized neonatal herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection involved a prior fetal scalp electrode site. Rupture of the fetal membranes, placement of the fetal scalp electrode and delivery occurred within 30 minutes. The mother had no previous history of genital lesions, and no herpetic lesions were noted at delivery.
MeSH terms
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Acyclovir / administration & dosage
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Acyclovir / therapeutic use
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Electrodes*
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Female
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Fetal Monitoring / adverse effects*
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Herpes Simplex / diagnosis
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Herpes Simplex / etiology*
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Herpes Simplex / microbiology
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Humans
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Infant, Newborn
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Labor, Induced
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Scalp Dermatoses / drug therapy
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Scalp Dermatoses / etiology*
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Scalp Dermatoses / microbiology