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Hepatitis and pregnancy.

J P Hieber, D Dalton, J Shorey

    The Journal of Pediatrics
    |October 1, 1977
    PubMed
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    Acute viral hepatitis in pregnancy, particularly type B, did not affect congenital malformations but increased prematurity. Some infants born to mothers with third-trimester hepatitis B became chronic carriers.

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    Area of Science:

    • Hepatology
    • Obstetrics & Gynecology
    • Virology

    Background:

    • Acute viral hepatitis can complicate pregnancies, with hepatitis B being a significant cause.
    • Understanding the impact of maternal viral hepatitis on pregnancy outcomes is crucial for clinical management.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To examine maternal and fetal outcomes in pregnancies affected by acute viral hepatitis.
    • To assess the influence of hepatitis B virus (HBV) and non-B hepatitis viruses on pregnancy complications.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 50 pregnancies complicated by acute viral hepatitis.
    • Categorization of cases by hepatitis type (B vs. non-B).
    • Evaluation of outcomes including congenital malformations, stillbirths, abortions, intrauterine malnutrition, and prematurity.

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    Main Results:

    • Hepatitis B accounted for 40% of cases.
    • Maternal hepatitis did not influence congenital malformations, stillbirths, abortions, or intrauterine malnutrition.
    • A significant increase in prematurity was observed in infants born to mothers with viral hepatitis (27.6% overall) compared to the general population (10-11%).
    • Eight infants born to mothers with third-trimester acute hepatitis B developed chronic hepatitis B surface antigen carrier status with elevated SGOT levels.

    Conclusions:

    • Acute viral hepatitis in pregnancy does not increase risks for major congenital abnormalities or intrauterine growth restriction.
    • Viral hepatitis, especially hepatitis B, is associated with a higher incidence of preterm birth.
    • Vertical transmission of hepatitis B can lead to chronic carrier status in neonates, necessitating monitoring.