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Covid19 in pregnancy - a literature review

Shazia Saaqib1, Yasaan Saaqib2, Minha Zeeshan3

  • 1Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Lady willington Hospital / King Edward Medical University, Lahore.

JPMA. the Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association
|March 23, 2022
PubMed

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Pregnant women face higher risks from COVID-19 due to immunodeficiency. This review summarizes COVID-19 pathophysiology, diagnosis, and effects in pregnancy for improved treatment strategies.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19), caused by SARS-CoV-2, emerged in late 2019 and was declared a pandemic by the WHO in March 2020.
  • Pregnancy is characterized by immunodeficiency, increasing susceptibility to respiratory viral infections.
  • Pregnant women with comorbidities like diabetes or hypertension face elevated risks from COVID-19.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current knowledge on COVID-19 in pregnancy.
  • To summarize the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and effects of SARS-CoV-2 infection in pregnant individuals.
  • To inform the development of better treatment plans for pregnant women with COVID-19.

Main Methods:

  • This study is a narrative review.
  • Information was gathered on COVID-19 pathophysiology, diagnosis, and effects in pregnancy.
  • Current literature and data were synthesized.

Main Results:

  • Pregnant women are at increased risk for severe respiratory infections, including COVID-19.
  • Underlying health conditions exacerbate COVID-19 risks in pregnancy.
  • Specific treatment protocols for COVID-19 in pregnant populations are still evolving.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding COVID-19's impact on pregnancy is crucial for clinical management.
  • Further research is needed to establish definitive treatment guidelines.
  • This review provides a summary of current knowledge to aid healthcare providers.

Keywords:
Coronavirus, Pneumonia, Pandemic, Pregnant women

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