Syphilis in Pregnancy
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https://doi.org/10.18597/rcog.713Keywords:
Congenital syphilis, classification of syphilis, syphilis during pregnancyAbstract
Congenital syphilis can be prevented and treated in uterus if the diagnosis is made early and treatment is made adequately. In the following, a review is made about the classification, diagnosis, treatment and follow up of the pregnant patient with syphilis. Emphasis is made on the effects of syphilis in pregnancy and fetus; a summary of some publications about the prevention of congenital syphilis is also made.Author Biography
María Cristina Barco Burgos
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