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What Are the Risks to the Fetus?

The risks to the fetus vary depending on the type of infection and the timing of transmission. Possible outcomes include:
Congenital infections leading to birth defects
Preterm birth
Low birth weight
Fetal growth restriction
Neurological damage
Stillbirth
Neonatal infection

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