Congenital rubella syndrome

[3] For women who plan to become pregnant, the MMR (measles mumps, rubella) vaccination is highly recommended, at least 28 days prior to conception.

Confirmed cases should be reported to the local or state health department to assess control of the virus and isolation of the infant should be maintained.

[27] Infants with known rubella exposure during pregnancy or those with a confirmed or suspected infection should receive close follow-up and supportive care.

[3] Many infants can be born with multiple birth defects that require multidisciplinary management and interventions based on clinical manifestations.

Early diagnosis of congenital rubella syndrome is important for planning future medical care and educational placement.

[4] Congenital cardiac anomalies including pulmonary artery stenosis and patent ductus arteriosus can be seen in infants with CRS.

Infant with skin lesions from congenital rubella
"Salt-and-pepper" retinopathy is characteristic of congenital rubella. [ 6 ] [ 7 ]
Congenital rubella serology timeline