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  • Reproductive Health
  • Mental Health
  • Military Health

Background:

  • Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a significant concern, particularly among military populations.
  • Understanding its impact on pregnancy outcomes is crucial for maternal and fetal well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of PTSD among pregnant individuals within military healthcare.
  • To evaluate the effect of PTSD on various pregnancy outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective cohort study was conducted from 2014-2018 at a military tertiary care center.
  • Participants were screened for PTSD, trauma, combat exposure, alcohol use, and depression.
  • Pregnancy outcomes included preterm birth, fetal growth restriction, preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, hypertensive disorders, outpatient visits, and NICU admissions.

Main Results:

  • Of 1,145 retained participants, 108 screened positive for PTSD (21 military, 87 civilians).
  • PTSD-positive individuals showed significantly higher rates of depression (17.84 OR) and risk of alcohol use (5.64 OR).
  • No significant differences in pregnancy complications were observed between groups.

Conclusions:

  • PTSD screening in pregnancy correlates with depression and alcohol use risk, independent of pregnancy outcomes.
  • Comorbidities like depression and alcohol use disorder may pose long-term maternal and fetal health risks.
  • Further investigation into behavioral health disorders' effects on pregnancy is warranted.