Acute dengue encephalitis during pregnancy

Abstract

Dengue is a public health problem. Most patients develop clinical signs ranging from
mild illness to hemorrhagic syndrome. Unusual neurological manifestations are rare
and there is increasing evidence of neurotropism by the virus. Dengue encephalitis
is the result of the multisystem disorder that occurs in severe infection and during
pregnancy can be difficult to diagnose. In addition, it is important to consider it as
a differential diagnosis in patients in endemic areas in patients with acute febrile
illness and neurological symptoms. The management of dengue encephalitis during
pregnancy is a challenge and it is necessary to perform all possible tests to decide
the optimal and accurate management to avoid maternal complications. A case of
acute dengue encephalitis during pregnancy is presented.