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Pertussis in pregnancy.

D W MacLean, M A Calder

    Scottish Medical Journal
    |July 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    Pertussis (whooping cough) can affect pregnant women, posing risks to both mother and infant. Early diagnosis and management are crucial for positive outcomes in these cases.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medicine
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Pertussis (whooping cough) is a highly contagious respiratory infection.
    • Pregnant women may be at increased risk for pertussis complications.
    • The study investigates pertussis cases in pregnant women within a general practice setting.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To document clinical and bacteriological findings of pertussis in pregnant women.
    • To assess the progress and outcomes for both the mothers and their infants.
    • To highlight the contemporary relevance of pertussis in expectant mothers.

    Main Methods:

    • Case study of four pregnant women diagnosed with pertussis between July 1979 and April 1980.
    • Diagnosis confirmed through clinical observation and serological testing.

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  • Clinical and bacteriological data collection for mothers and neonates.

    • Main Results:

    • Four pregnant women were diagnosed with pertussis during the study period.
    • Clinical and serological evidence supported the pertussis diagnosis.
    • The study monitored the health status and recovery of the affected mothers and their infants.

    Conclusions:

    • Pertussis can occur in pregnant women, necessitating clinical awareness.
    • Prompt diagnosis and appropriate management are vital for maternal and infant well-being.
    • The study underscores the continued importance of considering pertussis in pregnant populations.