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[Measles and pregnancy. Evolution and management]
R Villagrana-Zesati1, R Figueroa-Damián, H Santamaría-Corona
1Departamento de Infectología, Instituto Nacional de Perinatología, México, D.F.
Ginecologia Y Obstetricia De Mexico
|October 1, 1996
Summary
Measles remains endemic in Mexico despite vaccination efforts. This case study found no severe obstetric or neonatal complications in two pregnant women with measles.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
Background:
- Measles is a highly contagious viral illness.
- Despite widespread vaccination, measles persists as an endemic disease in Mexico.
- Measles infection in pregnant women can lead to severe maternal illness and adverse pregnancy outcomes, including premature labor.