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In utero infection of the fetus by herpes simplex virus

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A newborn with congenital herpes simplex infection is presented. HSV was recovered from the lesions present at birth. The possible mechanisms ofin utero infection is discussed.

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    D. K. Guha, Arun Rashmi & P. C. Khanduja

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From the Department of Pediatrics, Victoris Zanana Hospital, Delhi-6.

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Guha, D.K., Rashmi, A. & Khanduja, P.C. In utero infection of the fetus by herpes simplex virus. Indian J Pediatr 35, 484–486 (1968). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02753121

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