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Volume 2014, Issue 1
  • ISSN: 0253-8253
  • EISSN: 2227-0426

Abstract

Disseminated herpes simplex virus (HSV) infection during pregnancy is a rare, but potentially fatal condition. We present a case where prompt treatment with intravenous acyclovir resulted in a successful outcome for both mother and baby.

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