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Rubella virus and birth defects: Molecular insights into the viral teratogenesis at the cellular level
25 Jun 2004
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BACKGROUND: In utero rubella virus (RV) infection of a fetus can result in birth defects that are often collectively referred to as congenital rubella syndrome (CRS). In extreme cases, fetal death can occur. In spite of the availability of a safe and effective vaccine against rubella, recent worldwide estimates are that more than 100,000 infants are born with CRS annually. RECENT PROGRESS: Recently, several...
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