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Seasonal Influenza in Pregnancy.
Mary B Idowu1, Sarah K Dotters-Katz2, Jeffrey A Kuller3
1Resident, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN.
Obstetrical & Gynecological Survey
|July 2, 2025
Summary
Pregnant individuals are at high risk for severe influenza, which can cause serious complications. Vaccination, early testing, and prompt antiviral treatment are crucial for preventing severe outcomes in pregnant people.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
Background:
- Influenza poses significant risks to pregnant individuals, increasing their susceptibility to severe respiratory illness and adverse maternal health outcomes.
- Physiological changes during pregnancy elevate the risk of severe influenza complications in expectant mothers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To underscore the importance of seasonal influenza management in pregnant populations.
- To emphasize the critical roles of early diagnosis, antiviral therapy, and vaccination in mitigating influenza's impact on pregnancy.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature review was conducted.
- Relevant research, review articles, textbook chapters, databases, and public health guidelines were synthesized.
Main Results:
- Pregnant individuals experience heightened risks of severe influenza due to pregnancy-related physiological adaptations.
- Influenza infection during pregnancy is associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes, with severity correlating to illness severity.
Conclusions:
- Public health organizations recommend influenza vaccination for all pregnant individuals.
- Prompt antiviral treatment and early diagnostic testing are essential for reducing influenza-related morbidity and mortality in pregnant populations.
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