Congenital cytomegalovirus infection: new answers to old problems

Abstract

Congenital cytomegalovirus infection is one of the most common TORCH infections, characterized by a wide range of clinical manifestations, predominantly with multiple organ lesions and often a disabling course. The result of antenatal infection with cytomegalovirus is a high incidence of congenital malformations, often accompanied by disorders such as hearing loss, vision loss, motor and cognitive deficits. Despite the presence of modern domestic clinical recommendations, the study of this pathology remains relevant to the present day. Recently, significant progress has been made in the study of this disease. Every year, new research is conducted on topical issues of diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation for congenital cytomegalovirus infection. This article provides a review of modern literature, covering the latest data on the molecular basis of pathogenesis, features of clinical manifestations, current approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of congenital cytomegalovirus infection.