The utility of <i>T. pallidum</i> PCR testing in the diagnosis of congenital syphilis: a systematic review
PCR shows promise as an adjunct diagnostic tool for congenital syphilis. However, evidence remains limited. Multicentre diagnostic accuracy studies are urgently needed to inform international recommendations and optimise diagnostic strategies.
Authors
- Richard John Drew (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9797-3797)
- Naomi McCallion (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0723-1982)
- Elaine Houlihan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2647-379X)
- Ciara Ryan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6070-4240)
- Daria O’Reilly
Institutions
- Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (IE)
- Rotunda Hospital (IE)
- Children's Health Ireland at Crumlin (IE)
- Temple Street Children's University Hospital (IE)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Infectious Diseases
- Published
- 2025-11-24
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1080/23744235.2025.2588444
- Primary Topic
- Syphilis Diagnosis and Treatment
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00