Seroprevalence of cytomegalovirus IgG antibodies among pregnant women in Japan from 2009-2014

摘要

Background: Human cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a major cause of congenital infection. The seroprevalence of maternal CMV IgG antibodies among Japanese women is decreasing. In this study, we assessed the rate of and risk factors for CMV infection. This article includes a description of a method for the prevention of CMV infection.