Delays in diagnosis and treatment initiation for congenital cytomegalovirus infection - Why we need universal screening.

Introduction: Congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) is the leading cause of neurodevelopmental and hearing impairment from infection. Late diagnosis results in limited treatment options and may compromise long-term outcome.

Methods: A retrospective audit of infants with cCMV referred to a Tertiary Pediatric Infectious Diseases center from 2012-2021.