• Describe the causative organisms of common intrauterine conditions

TORCH (remember this)

T-toxoplasma gondii

O-other

R-rubella virus

C-cytomegalovirus

H-herpes simplex virus (HSV)

Usually has a negative effect on both baby and mother

Maternal

increased inflammation

sepsis

respiratory distress

haemorrhage

death

Placental

decreased oxygen and nutrient transport