As an obstetrician, you sometimes encounter maternal syphilis. You advise your patients that treatment is most successful when administered

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The most successful treatment for maternal syphilis is prior to 18 weeks gestation. This is because syphilis can cross the placenta and affect the developing fetus, leading to serious complications such as stillbirth, prematurity, or congenital syphilis. Treating the mother early can prevent these complications and ensure the health of both the mother and baby. Treatment beyond 18 weeks may not be as effective in preventing these complications.

As an Obstetrician, You Sometimes Encounter Maternal Syphilis