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Syphilis
Syphilis
**Routine Screening Recommended**
Should be done at initial prenatal, 28 wks, and admission
**UW screening does this**
CDC doesn't have a preference for one screning algorithim, pros and cons to both
Hepatitis B&C
Hepatitis B&C
Literature:
ACOG Clin Pract Guide: Viral Hepatitis 2023
Other useful links:
Early bath recommended for babies born to both hepatitis C and hepatitis B positive pregnant people as it may decrease transmission
Hepatitis C Information:
*Antivirals for hepatitis C are contraindicated in pregnancy currently but are being studied*
Hepatitis B Information:
HSV
HSV
There is no evidence that the use of antiviral agents in women who are pregnant and have a history of genital herpes prevents perinatal transmission of herpes simplex virus (HSV) to neonates. [Strength of recommendation: A, based on multiple systematic reviews]
However, treatment with antivirals during the last month of pregnancy does reduce the rate of HSV outbreaks in pregnant women and the resultant need for cesarean delivery. [Strength of recommendation: A, based on multiple systematic reviews]
Bright light cervical images of HSV:
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