cytomegalovirus

• Sustantivo que designa un grupo de virus de la familia de los herpesvirus que causan aumento del tamaño de las células epiteliales y pueden provocar defectos congénitos, afectando especialmente a personas con sistema inmunitario debilitado.

A noun referring to a group of herpes viruses that cause enlargement of epithelial cells and can lead to birth defects, particularly affecting individuals with compromised immune systems.

1. Herpes virus typeC1formalmedical

   A type of herpes virus that causes enlargement of infected cells and can lead to serious complications, especially in newborns and people with weakened immune systems.

   Citomegalovirus

   • Cytomegalovirus is a common virus that can remain dormant in the body for years.
   • Pregnant women are often tested for cytomegalovirus to prevent birth defects.
   • Patients with compromised immune systems are at higher risk for cytomegalovirus reactivation.

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