Congenital Cytomegalovirus Infection: A Significant Cause of Deafness and Mental Deficiency.

Eichhorn, Sarah K.

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Publication Date: 1982-Dec

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Congenital Cytomegalovirus Infection: A Significant Cause of Deafness and Mental Deficiency.

Eichhorn, Sarah K.

American Annals of the Deaf, v127 n7 p838-43 Dec 1982

Research on cytomegalovirus (CMV), a herpes virus causing neurological damage (hearing problems and/or mental retardation) in 10 percent of infants born with the condition, is reviewed. Incidence of hearing and retardation in CMV cases is reported and current treatment described. (CL)

Descriptors: Congenital Impairments, Incidence, Medical Services, Mental Retardation, Neurological Impairments

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