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[Chickenpox during pregnancy].

Asher Bashiri1, Boris Furman, Moshe Mazor

  • 1Department of OB/GYN, Soroka University Medical Center, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer Sheva, Israel.

Harefuah
|February 20, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Chickenpox in pregnancy is rare but dangerous, risking fatal fetal malformations and maternal complications. Pregnant women with Varicella infection require hospitalization and close monitoring for optimal outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Context:

  • Varicella Zoster Virus (VZV) infection during pregnancy presents significant risks.
  • The first trimester poses the highest risk for severe fetal malformations.
  • Maternal morbidity, mortality, and neonatal complications are associated with VZV infection.

Purpose:

  • To review the current literature on Varicella Zoster Virus infection in pregnant individuals.
  • To examine the prevalence, diagnostic methods, and management strategies for VZV in pregnancy.
  • To discuss prevention methods for Varicella Zoster Virus during gestation.

Summary:

  • Chickenpox during pregnancy is uncommon but can lead to fatal fetal malformations, especially in the first half of gestation.
  • VZV infection in pregnancy is linked to increased maternal illness, mortality, and potential neonatal complications.
  • Hospitalization and close clinical follow-up are recommended for pregnant women diagnosed with Varicella infection.

Impact:

  • Highlights the critical need for vigilant monitoring and management of pregnant women with Varicella.
  • Informs clinical practice regarding the diagnosis and treatment of VZV in obstetric patients.
  • Emphasizes the importance of prevention strategies to mitigate risks associated with gestational Varicella Zoster Virus exposure.

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