A Narrative Review of Maternal and Perinatal Outcomes of Dengue in Pregnancy

Dengue is one of the most prevalent mosquito-borne diseases in today's world, especially in India. It is an important health problem and it is very important to address it promptly. Acquiring dengue during pregnancy can have a considerable influence on the health of the mother and baby. In dengue fever, moderate to severe consequences can occur in the mother. Severe dengue poses additional risks to pregnant women due to the likelihood of sequelae such as severe dengue, preeclampsia, gestational hypertension, anemia, maternal death and hemolysis, organ dysfunction, and even death. Concerns about perinatal outcomes in dengue-affected pregnancies have significantly increased. Compared to uninfected mothers, babies born to mothers with dengue are likely to have worse outcomes. Preterm birth and low birth weight are frequently observed in dengue-affected pregnancies, which can have serious effects on the health and development of the child. Complications such as respiratory distress, thrombocytopenia, and jaundice have also been created in the report. Another important consideration is the vertical transmission of dengue virus from mother to fetus. While infection rates can vary, it increases the chances of the virus crossing the placental barrier and harming a developing baby. Early diagnosis, accurate diagnosis, and care are needed to improve maternal and perinatal outcomes in dengue-infected pregnancies. This article discusses early interventions that can help reduce risks.