Herpes simplex type II infection in monozygotic twins.
The unusual occurrence of herpes simplex virus (HSV) type II infection in a set of monozygotic premature twins is described. The cases highlight the difficulty of early diagnosis of HSV disease in the absence of a positive maternal history and cutaneous lesions. Risk factors for mortality and morbidity are discussed.
Wareham
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Methodist Children's Hospital of Indiana, Indianapolis 46206-1367, USA.
Harris
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Whitman
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D004200:Diseases in Twins; D005260:Female; D006561:Herpes Simplex / Q000151:congenital* / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000635:transmission; D018258:Herpesvirus 2, Human; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D014430:Twins, Monozygotic