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[Varicella and pregnancy. Current literature]
1Fédération des Services de Gynécologie-Obstétrique A et B, HME-CHU, Quai Moncousu, Nantes.
Summary
Maternal varicella (chickenpox) or zona (shingles) during pregnancy poses fetal risks dependent on gestational age. Prenatal diagnosis is crucial for evaluating these risks.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Infectious Diseases
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Context:
- Varicella-zoster virus (VZV) infection during pregnancy presents significant risks.
- Understanding the timing of VZV infection is critical for fetal outcomes.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the fetal and neonatal risks associated with maternal varicella or zona infections.
- To discuss the role of prenatal diagnosis in managing VZV exposure during pregnancy.
Summary:
- A literature review, including 1,373 cases, analyzed varicella-zoster virus infections in pregnant individuals.
- Fetal risk is directly correlated with the gestational age at the time of maternal VZV infection.
- Prenatal diagnostic strategies are essential for risk assessment based on gestational timing.
Impact:
- Informs clinical management of pregnant individuals exposed to varicella-zoster virus.
- Highlights the importance of gestational age in predicting and mitigating VZV-related fetal complications.
- Supports evidence-based decision-making for prenatal care and monitoring in VZV-infected pregnancies.