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[Hepatitis virus and pregnancy. Our experience].
Archivio Per Le Scienze Mediche
|October 1, 1982
Summary
Perinatal hepatitis B infection is a risk for mother-to-fetus transmission. However, hepatitis viruses, including Hepatitis B, are not valid reasons to terminate a pregnancy.
Area of Science:
- Hepatology
- Infectious Diseases
- Obstetrics
Context:
- Perinatal infections pose risks for mother-to-fetus transmission of hepatitis B surface antigen (HbsAg) positive hepatitis.
- The influence of Hepatitis A and non-A, non-B (NANB) hepatitis on perinatal transmission is considered.
- Existing literature on NANB hepatitis's role in perinatal transmission is limited.
Purpose:
- To assess the significance of perinatal infection in mother-to-fetus transmission of HbsAg positive hepatitis.
- To evaluate the influence of Hepatitis A and NANB hepatitis on perinatal transmission.
- To determine if hepatitis virus infection is a valid indication for pregnancy termination.
Summary:
- Perinatal infection plays a crucial role in the mother-to-fetus transmission of Hepatitis B.
- Hepatitis A shows no influence, while the impact of NANB hepatitis is not well-understood.
- The authors assert that hepatitis virus infection, regardless of gestational stage, does not warrant pregnancy interruption.
Impact:
- Provides guidance on managing hepatitis during pregnancy.
- Informs clinical decisions regarding pregnancy management in hepatitis-infected mothers.
- Contributes to the understanding of perinatal hepatitis transmission and its implications.