Skeletal manifestations of congenital syphilis: rare but clinically relevant

Pg Mohammad Nizam Pg Mohammad Hussein and Kew, Seih Teck and Nang Khin Mya and Fairrul Kadir and Teh, Yong Guang (2021) Skeletal manifestations of congenital syphilis: rare but clinically relevant. Radiology Case Reports, 16. pp. 3635-3637. ISSN 1930-0433

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Abstract

Congenital syphilis occurs as a result of maternal transmission of treponema pallidum in utero. This condition is mainly diagnosed by treponemal and non–treponemal serologic tests. However, both maternal nontreponemal and treponemal IgG antibodies can be transferred through the placenta to the fetus, thus complicating its interpretation soon after birth. We report a case of a neonate with congenital syphilis whose mother became infected after the first trimester of pregnancy. We report how skeletal radiographs expedite the clinical decision-making process and direct further management of neonates. This case also highlights the need for repeated syphilis screening in the latter part of pregnancy.

Item Type:	Article
Keyword:	Congenital Syphilis , Skeletal Manifestation , Periostitis , Celery Stalk Appearance , Skeletal Radiograph
Subjects:	R Medicine > RC Internal medicine > RC31-1245 Internal medicine > RC71-78.7 Examination. Diagnosis Including radiography
Department:	FACULTY > Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
Depositing User:	SAFRUDIN BIN DARUN -
Date Deposited:	13 Dec 2021 14:42
Last Modified:	13 Dec 2021 14:42
URI:	https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/31377

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