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The Multi-faceted Effects Of Covid-19 On Female Reproductive Health: An Updated Narrative Review.

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The Multi-faceted Effects of COVID-19 on Female Reproductive Health: An Updated Narrative Review.

Adnan A Al-Bdairi¹, Hayder A Makki², Osama Shawki³

¹Infertility, Assisted Reproductive Technologies, Teba IVF and Genetic Center, Babylon, IRQ.

|May 13, 2024

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Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic impacts sexual and reproductive health, affecting menstrual cycles, fertility treatments, and pregnancy outcomes. COVID-19 vaccination shows minimal menstrual cycle changes, highlighting the need for continued research.

Keywords:

assisted reproductive technology (art)covid-19 vaccination family planning menstrual cycle

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Area of Science:

Reproductive Medicine
Infectious Diseases
Public Health

Background:

The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic has raised concerns regarding its effects on sexual and reproductive health.
Understanding these impacts is crucial for public health strategies and individual well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

To review current research on the multifaceted effects of SARS-CoV-2 infection on sexual and reproductive health.
To assess the impact on menstrual cycles, assisted reproductive technology, pregnancy, and vaccination outcomes.

Main Methods:

A narrative review of existing scientific literature.
Synthesis of evidence on SARS-CoV-2 effects on female reproductive physiology and outcomes.

Main Results:

pregnancy complications

reproductive health

sars-cov-2 infection

SARS-CoV-2 may disrupt menstrual cycles by affecting hormone synthesis and hemostasis, with most women recovering within months.

Limited data suggest potential impacts on embryo quality in assisted reproductive technology (ART), though overall ART outcomes remained stable.

Pregnancy with SARS-CoV-2 increases obstetric risks, particularly in the third trimester, with higher severe illness rates in pregnant individuals with comorbidities.

COVID-19 vaccination demonstrates minor, transient menstrual cycle alterations without significant health risks.

Conclusions:

SARS-CoV-2 presents complex and evolving challenges to sexual and reproductive health.
The pandemic necessitates tailored healthcare approaches and continued research to address diverse patient needs.