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Giardiasis in pregnancy

A K Kreutner, V E Del Bene, M S Amstey

    American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
    |August 15, 1981
    PubMed
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    Giardiasis during pregnancy poses risks to both mother and fetus. Paromomycin, an oral medication, offers a safer treatment option when usual therapies are contraindicated.

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    Area of Science:

    • Parasitology
    • Maternal-Fetal Medicine
    • Pharmacology

    Background:

    • Giardiasis is a significant protozoan infection that can cause severe symptoms in pregnant individuals.
    • Standard treatments for giardiasis often involve medications that are contraindicated during pregnancy due to potential fetal risks.

    Observation:

    • This study examines three cases of giardiasis in pregnant women.
    • The cases highlight the challenges in managing symptomatic giardiasis during pregnancy.

    Findings:

    • Paromomycin, an oral aminoglycoside with poor systemic absorption, is presented as a potential alternative treatment.
    • Its pharmacological profile suggests a potentially lower toxicity compared to other agents.

    Implications:

    • Paromomycin may offer a viable and safer therapeutic option for symptomatic giardiasis in pregnant patients.
    • Further understanding of its efficacy and safety is crucial for clinical practice in maternal-fetal medicine.