TORCH Infections

Pediatr Ann. 2023 Nov;52(11):e400-e406. doi: 10.3928/19382359-20230908-01. Epub 2023 Nov 1.

Abstract

Perinatal and neonatal infections are a significant cause of morbidity and mortality. As such, early recognition and workup when there is clinical concern is essential to supporting affected neonates. This article aims to focus specifically on the effects of toxoplasmosis, rubella, cytomegalovirus, herpes, and other agents (TORCH) infections, discussing epidemiology, diagnostics, and treatment if available. [Pediatr Ann. 2023;52(11):e400-e406.].

MeSH terms

  • Cytomegalovirus Infections* / diagnosis
  • Cytomegalovirus Infections* / drug therapy
  • Female
  • Herpes Simplex*
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Complications, Infectious*
  • Rubella* / diagnosis
  • Rubella* / epidemiology
  • Toxoplasmosis* / diagnosis
  • Toxoplasmosis* / epidemiology
  • Toxoplasmosis* / therapy