Current trends and risks associated with human parvovirus B19 infection. Parvovirus infection is common throughout the world. Because 30–60% will be seropositive, this will provide the basis for reassurance. The most common symptomatic presentation of infection in the fetus is nonimmune hydrops secondary to severe fetal anemia. Primate erythroparvovirus 1, generally referred to as B19 virus, parvovirus B19 or sometimes erythrovirus B19, was the first (and until 2005 the only) known human virus in the family Parvoviridae, genus Erythroparvovirus; it measures only 23–26 nm in diameter. What is fifth disease? bag Learning by example, On Veterans Day, remember those living with mental health problems, Planning for high-risk maternity patients: A new approach. Image, Infection most likely within last 2 to 3 months. One exception would be patients with chronic B19 infection or patients in aplastic crisis from B19. Guidelines for preconceptional conseling. 2. Because of the low risk of fetal damage, termination of pregnancy is not recommended, nor is amniocentesis for diagnosis of asymptomatic intrauterine infection (. If you're not a subscriber, you can: You can read the full text of this article if you: Institutional members For women who are seronegative, serologic testing will offer baseline information, should they be exposed to parvovirus during the pregnancy. Elizabeth Heavey is an associate professor of nursing at the State University of New York College in Brockport, N.Y., where Roselind Bruce-Vanderpuije is a nursing student. However, parvovirus B19 infections during pregnancy can cause severe fetal anemia, occurring as a result of destruction of erythropoietic stem cells by the virus, which may in turn cause fetal heart failure and NIHF, and fetal death. Parvovirus B19 is a common childhood virus, but it can lead to fetal problems if contracted by susceptible pregnant women. Fetal Parvovirus infection has been associated with aplastic anaemia and myocarditis that may present with hydrops fetalis and death, usually within the first 20 weeks of pregnancy although it has rarely been reported at later gestations. access full text with Ovid®. Sore throat. Gestational parvovirus B19 infection is usually a minor illness for the mother with a transplacental transmission rate of 17% to 33% to the fetus with a mean of about 6 weeks between maternal infection and fetal symptoms (Gratacós et al., 1995; Harger et al., 1998). Although fetal death and nonimmune hydrops are of concern, the risk is actually quite low. Most adults are immune to primary infection because of exposure during childhood (. Fetal death as well as fetal hydrops is most likely a result of severe B19-associated anemia. Viral serology for parvovirus B19 was positive. However, there is no evidence that the rate of congenital anomalies differs from background rates (, During outbreaks of B19 infection, it is difficult to prevent the spread of infection. AWHONN Journals Article Collection on COVID-19, Racism, Disparities, and Social Determinants of Health, JOGNN Health Care Improvement and Evaluation, Diagnosis and Treatment of Herpes Simplex Infection During Pregnancy, Guide to Interpreting Parvovirus B19 IgG and IgM Serology Values. Other viral agents of perinatal importance: Varicella, parvovirus, respiratory syncytial virus and enterovirus. Because B19 is cytotoxic to fetal red blood cell precursors, fetal infection may cause severe anemia, high cardiac output failure, and non-immune hydrops. Boston College, School of Nursing, 140 Commonwealth Ave., Chestnut Hill, MA 02467-3812. The greatest risk of transmitting the virus occurs before the symptoms of erythema infectiosum develop. Women who are schoolteachers or day care workers are particularly at risk because they are more likely to be exposed and have close contact with children with fifth disease. A bone marrow biopsy demonstrated hemophagocytosis and a giant proerythroblasts, which is characteristic of a parvovirus B19 infection. The overall risk of a fetus acquiring hydrops after maternal B19 infection is low, approximately 1% (, Intrauterine blood transfusion has been proposed as a treatment for the fetus with severe B19-induced anemia and hydrops. The clinical features and pathogenesis of parvovirus B19 have been described in two reports. Lippincott Journals Subscribers, use your username or email along with your password to log in. Other providers may increase the frequency of office visits and perform blood tests and ultrasound examinations to monitor the health of the unborn baby. 1,2 Human parvovirus B19 causes an acute, usually self-limiting, infection which is often asymptomatic. 30 mins. This disease is usually not a problem for pregnant women and their babies. The authors have disclosed that they have no financial relationships related to this article. Detection of human parvovirus B19 in early spontaneous abortuses using serology, histology, electron microscopy, in situ hybridization, and the polymerase chain reaction. Parvovirus B19 is a nonenveloped DNA virus and a member of the. may email you for journal alerts and information, but is committed Please try after some time. Parvovirus B19 binds to the P antigen present on erythrocytes, megakaryocytes, and myocardial cells. The virus causes erythema infectiosum, also known as fifth disease. Registered users can save articles, searches, and manage email alerts. The possible fetal effects during pregnancy concern women who are exposed to this common virus. Nurses providing care during the prenatal period, as well as school nurses, need to be knowledgeable about parvovirus B19 and able to provide education and support to susceptible women who are exposed. Some studies have noted that several women infected with parvovirus B19 were found to have elevated maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein (MSAFP) levels and have suggested that women with high MSAFP levels be screened for B19 infection. Parvovirus B19 is a single-stranded DNA virus that is cytotoxic to erythroid progenitor cells, causing inhibition of erythropoiesis. The risk of hydrops is 3% with a mortality of 50%. Education about erythema infectiosum and possible methods to decrease infection can be provided to the community, schools, and parents of children who are cared for in group settings. In rare cases, some of these symptoms can persist for a long time. Parvovirus B19 infection during pregnancy. Polymerase chain reaction is a sensitive method for detecting small amounts of B19 DNA, so this is the preferred method for making the diagnosis in utero (. Acute infection is detected from the presence of IgM antibodies. Fever. Management of parvovirus infection in pregnancy and outcomes of hydrops: A survey of members of the Society of Perinatal Obstetricians. Cartter ML, Farley TA, Rosengren S, et al. Infections: Nursing action for a client who has Parvovirus B19 (Fifth Disease): -Monitor fetal well-being -Emphasize to the client the importance of compliance with prescribed treatment. About 50 per cent of women are already immune to this infection, and these women and their unborn babies are … If IgM is detected when the test is repeated (with or without IgG), there is evidence of recent infection (. Evidence of acute/recent infection with B19. Fetal hydrops usually resolves within 2 weeks after adequate intrauterine therapy. APIC Text of Infection Control and Epidemiology. IgM can be detected approximately 10 days after exposure and just before the onset of symptoms and is present in more than 90% of patients at the onset of rash (, A pregnant woman exposed to parvovirus or with a new rash or arthralgia should be tested for parvovirus B19. Headache. Susceptibility to parvovirus B19 infection should be determined in selected pregnant women at high risk for exposure, and counseling should be provided regarding prevention, testing, and treatment options if exposed. Spontaneous resolution of nonimmune hydrops fetalis secondary to human parvovirus B19 infection. The virus is effectively transmitted after close contact exposures, however. Counseling to seronegative women should include decision making about avoiding possible occupational exposure to parvovirus B19, infection-control strategies to minimize risk of infection, and instruction to seek advice from a health care provider if exposed to or experiencing symptoms of erythema infectiosum (see, Pregnant health care workers are at no greater risk of acquiring B19 infection than are nonpregnant personnel. There is understandably a high level of concern among pregnant women exposed to parvovirus B19, particularly women in high-risk occupations during an outbreak of erythema infectiosum. 10 In addition, it has been reported that day-care … your express consent. The efficacy of decontaminating toys and other environmental surfaces has not been studied. Please try again soon. 2003;11(3):175-9. 800-638-3030 (within USA), 301-223-2300 (international) We present a case of parvovirus B19 infection related to hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis during pregnancy. 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This is a case report of a 31-year-old primigravida who was diagnosed with an asymptomatic acute parvovirus B19 infection in the second trimester of pregnancy and its suspected association with an increased nuchal translucency (NT) measurement. Patients with transient aplastic crisis should remain on droplet precautions for 7 days, and patients with chronic B19 infection should be on droplet precautions for the entire hospitalization (. L.P., PA. Elizabeth Heavey, PhD, RN, CNM, and Roselind Bruce-Vanderpuije, SN, reply: Several viruses can cause fetal harm, including parvovirus B19 (B19), also known as erythema infectiosum or fifth disease. There is no standard way to monitor a pregnant woman who has a documented Parvovirus B19 infection. Guideline for infection control in health care personnel. Women in these occupations have a greater likelihood of exposure to children with erythema infectiosum and have prolonged close contact with them. If the blood test … Although rare, acute B19 infection in pregnancy may lead to hydrops fetalis (fetal hydrops) or fetal loss. Therefore, MSAFP testing is not recommended for predicting fetuses at risk for parvovirus infection (. About half of pregnant women are immune to parvovirus B19, so they and their babies are usually protected from getting the virus and fifth disease. Several investigators have reported spontaneous resolution of nonimmune hydrops. Although the infection is usually mild and self-limited, three groups of people are susceptible to serious complications of infection: persons with chronic hemolytic anemia, persons with congenital or acquired immunodeficiency, and pregnant women (, Susceptible pregnant women may be exposed to the virus, and the highest infection rates occur in school-teachers, day care workers, and women with school-age children in the home. Hand washing has not been studied as a means to prevent transmission of infection, but it is certainly recommended as a measure that is most likely effective (, Women who are pregnant and who are at high risk for exposure to B19 infection, such as schoolteachers, day care workers, and women living with school-age children or children in group day care, may benefit from baseline serologic testing to determine their susceptibility to infection. IgM remains detectable for months and IgG for life following recovery from acute infection. A survey of perinatal obstetricians in the United States and Canada reported that 34% of the cases of nonimmune hydrops resulting from parvovirus infection resolved spontaneously, the majority within 8 weeks (. Congenital viral infections: A reappraisal. If parvovirus B19 immunoglobulin G is present and immunoglobulin M is negative, the woman is immune and should be reassured that she will not develop infection and that the virus will not adversely affect her pregnancy. The virus causes erythema infectiosum, also known as fifth disease. Monitoring Parvovirus B19 Infection during Pregnancy. Routine screening for parvovirus is not recommended. Rogers BB, Singer DB, Mak SK, Gary GW, Fikrig MK, McMillan PN. However, nonimmune fetal hydrops is rare (1 in 3,000 to 4,000 pregnancies), with B19 infection as one of the most frequent causes. The virus causes erythema infectiosum, also known as fifth disease. During school outbreaks, 25–50% of students and 20% of staff may become infected (. 1. Registered users can save articles, searches, and manage email alerts. In situations in which there is a parvovirus B19 outbreak, it is not known whether the primary mode of transmission is direct person-to-person contact, fomites, large-particle droplets, or small-particle droplets (, Generally, diagnosis of parvovirus is based on clinical symptoms and serologic antibody testing for parvovirus immunoglobulin G and parvovirus immunoglobulin M (IgM). B19 DNA has been found in respiratory secretions. Parvovirus B19 is a common childhood virus, but it can lead to fetal problems if contracted by susceptible pregnant women. Parvovirus is usually diagnosed through a blood test for antibodies to the virus. Hydrops can be diagnosed with fetal ultrasound (, If fetal hydrops is present and the pregnancy is 32 to 34 weeks gestation, consideration may be given to delivery if the fetus’s lung maturity is confirmed. When hydrops does occur, it occurs on the average of 5 weeks (range 2 to 17 weeks) after maternal infection. Acute infection during pregnancy can be transmitted to the fetus via the placenta. Lacy red rash on the cheeks, legs, belly, and neck. Fifth Disease Outbreaks in the Workplace & Pregnancy. All rights reserved. Transmission of parvovirus infection from infected patients is rare. The Signs and symptoms of the Fifth disease while pregnant can include: Soreness in your joints which could last for several days or weeks. Easily transmissible, parvovirus spreads slowly, allowing outbreaks to persist over months within a community. By continuing you agree to the Use of Cookies. to maintaining your privacy and will not share your personal information without All registration fields are required. South Australian Perinatal Practice Guideline Parvovirus (slapped cheek syndrome) INFORMAL COPY WHEN PRINTED Page 3 of 8 Public-I 2A Parvovirus Parvovirus B19 is a single-stranded DNA virus.1 Parvovirus B19 selectively infects and lyses human erythroblasts3 and is distinguished by the mild rash illness erythema infectiosum, also known as fifth disease (the fifth, pink-red rash to be Parvovirus B19 infection during pregnancy may cause fetal anemia, hydrops fetalis, and fetal demise. Women who are schoolteachers or day care workers are particularly at risk because they are more likely to be exposed and have close contact with children with fifth disease. Your account has been temporarily locked due to incorrect sign in attempts and will be automatically unlocked in For information on cookies and how you can disable them visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy. In pregnant women exposed to parvovirus B19, obtain IgG and IgM serology as soon as possible following exposure - Negative IgG and IgM results indicate that the mother is not immune and that no evidence of acute infection is noted. Human parvovirus B19 infections in pregnancy. Past infection can be confirmed by the presence of IgG antibodies. Fever. The name is derived from Latin, parvum meaning small, reflecting the fact that B19 ranks among the smallest DNA viruses. By continuing you agree to the, Deborah McCarter-Spaulding, RNC, MS, IBCLC, https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1552-6909.2002.tb00029.x, Pryde, Nugent, Pridjian, Barr, & Faix, 1992, View Large The cells most susceptible to parvovirus infection are erythroid precursor cells that have the P antigen, a receptor for parvovirus. 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Because testing for MSAFP is performed between 15 and 18 weeks gestation, its use would be limited to cases of women infected during the late 1st or early 2nd trimester. Some error has occurred while processing your request. This article addresses the issues concerning parvovirus infection and pregnancy. -Psychosocial history (a client’s emotional response to pregnancy, adolescent pregnancy, spouse, support system, history of depression, domestic violence issues). Isolation precautions are not indicated for most patients with erythema infectiosum because they are past the period of infectiousness at the time of clinical illness. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. 800-638-3030 (within USA), 301-223-2300 (international). Because the fetus is capable of producing IgM by approximately 18 weeks gestation, either fetal blood or amniotic fluid can be tested for IgM. Adults can get infected with parvovirus B19, too.Other much less common symptoms of parvovirus B19 infection include painful or swollen joints (polyarthropathy syndrome), which is more common in adults, and severe anemia (a condition in which the body doesn’t have enough healthy red blood cells). The association between MSAFP and B19 infection is weak, however, and elevated MSAFP can be caused by other conditions. Epidemiology and laboratory diagnosis of parvovirus B19 infection. We use cookies to help provide and enhance our service and tailor content and ads. Headache. Data is temporarily unavailable. Baseline serologic testing and counseling of women in high-risk occupations, particularly those who will be pregnant in the winter months, should be offered by either primary care or obstetric care providers. Principles and practices of infectious diseases. If IgG and IgM are absent, the woman is susceptible to or may have acquired parvovirus B19 infection within the past 10 days, and the fetus is at risk for acute infection. Török TJ. Fifth disease is a mild rash illness caused by parvovirus B19. Women who are schoolteachers or day care workers are particularly at risk because they are more likely to be exposed and have close contact with children with fifth disease. Serology needs to be repeated within 2 to 4 weeks. Susceptible pregnant women who are infected with parvovirus B19 will need supportive treatment during the illness as well as counseling about options for fetal testing. Although perinatal transmission is uncommon and, therefore, often unrecognized, this potentially deadly infection should concern pregnant women and health professionals. Keywords: parvovirus B19, pregnancy, erythema infectiosum, hydrops fetalis Clinical features and pathogenesis The clinical features and pathogenesis of parvovirus B19 have been described in two reports.1,2 Human parvovirus B19 causes an acute, usually self-limiting, infection which is often asymptomatic. Author information: (1)Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Women's Health, New Jersey Medical School, Newark 07101-1709, USA. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Management and outcomes of pregnancies complicated by human B19 parvovirus infection: A prospective study. In pregnant women who are exposed to parvovirus B19, serological testing of IgG and IgM should be carried out immediately. These patients may transmit the virus to susceptible health care workers or patients. Wolters Kluwer Health However, 35–53% of pregnant women have existing immunoglobulin G (IgG), which indicates that they are immune because of a previous infection (, The mode of transmission of parvovirus B19 is not entirely clear. Pregnant women should be referred to their obstetric care providers for individual counseling but also can be reassured of the low risk of negative effects. Antibodies are cells that your immune system produces in response to an infection. However, the natural history of infection in the untreated fetus is not known, and the benefit of intrauterine blood transfusion is as yet unproven. School nurses or nurses on-site in day care centers may be involved in counseling during an outbreak of erythema infectiosum. (II-2A) 5. Acute infection in pregnancy can cause B19 infection in the fetus, leading to nonimmune fetal hydrops or fetal loss, depending on gestational age … 6,7 The importance of contact patterns in the spread of this infection is supported by several reports of local outbreaks of erythema infectiosum in schools, 8,9 and of high attack rates among household contacts of cases of parvovirus B19 infection. Al-Khan A(1), Caligiuri A, Apuzzio J. Acute infection in pregnancy can cause B19 infection in the fetus, leading to nonimmune fetal hydrops or fetal loss, depending on gestational age at the time of infection. Follow-up can include a repeat fetal blood sampling 3 to 4 weeks after transfusion to confirm adequate erythrocyte production, or frequent fetal testing and ultrasound for 6 to 9 weeks after hydrops is resolved, to ensure fetal recovery (, In general, B19 infection produces a mild, self-limited illness, particularly in children. Parvovirus B19 most commonly causes fifth disease, a mild rash illness that usually affects children. This website uses cookies. Parvovirus B19 is a common childhood virus, but it can lead to fetal problems if contracted by susceptible pregnant women. Occupational risk factors for infection with parvovirus B19 among pregnant women. PDF | Parvovirus B19 causes prolonged epidemics of erythema infectiosum. If IgG is positive and IgM negative then there is no risk to the fetus as the mother was infected by B19 in the past with no recent infection and already has B19 antibodies present in the sera. Please enter a term before submitting your search. Pediatr Infect Dis J. Intrauterine infection with human parvovirus B19 (B19) has been associated with stillbirth, fetal hydrops, and fetal death (Woernle, Anderson, Tattersall, & Davison, 1987). Parvovirus B19 is a common, self-limiting, usually benign childhood virus that causes erythema infectiosum, also known as fifth disease. Parvovirus B19 does not seem to cause malformations when a woman is infected in early pregnancy. Dr. Heavey is also a certified nurse-midwife at the Strong Midwifery Group at the University of Rochester Medical Center in Rochester, N.Y. Parvovirus B19 infection and its significance in pregnancy. Erythema infectiosum can occur at any time, but in the United States outbreaks are common in winter and spring. The patient experienced fever and pancytopenia. Intrauterine infection with human parvovirus B19 (B19) has been associated with stillbirth, fetal hydrops, and fetal death Woernle, Anderson, Tattersall, & Davison, 1987 Woernle C.H. [email protected]. Parvovirus B19 in Pregnancy Parvovirus B19 in Pregnancy McCarter‐Spaulding, Deborah 2002-01-01 00:00:00 Parvovirus B19 is a common, self‐limiting, usually benign childhood virus that causes erythema infectiosum, also known as fifth disease. Your message has been successfully sent to your colleague. The incidence of human parvovirus B19 infection during pregnancy and its impact on perinatal outcome. Infection during the third trimester can induce severe congenital hypoplastic anemia in the infant. Some providers consider this a low-risk condition and continue to provide routine prenatal care. Parvovirus B19 (B19V) is a single-stranded DNA virus of the family Parvoviridae and genus Erythrovirus. The usual clinical manifestation is erythema infectiosum (fifth disease), characterised by a mild prodrome - mild fever, malaise, myalgia - followed by a biphasic rash. The Human Parvovirus B19 is not the same Parvovirus that vets may be concerned about in pets, especially dogs, and it cannot be passed from humans to animals or vice versa. For more information, please refer to our Privacy Policy. Rogers BB, Singer DB, Mak SK, Gary GW, Fikrig MK McMillan! The incidence of human parvovirus B19 most commonly causes fifth disease antigen, a mild rash illness that affects. 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