Rubella (German Measles) and Congenital Deformities

Abstract

THE part played by rubella in the production of congenital deformities presents a serious problem in medical practice as well as in public health. The report by Gregg in 1941 of 78 cases of congenital cataract following maternal rubella aroused the attention of the medical profession to the dangers of this disease to the fetus in the early months of pregnancy. Since then numerous studies have been carried out confirming these original findings, as well as showing that other injuries to the fetus of equal gravity may ensue. Indeed, this virus appears to be capable of bringing about a pattern . . .