Effects of dengue infection on pregnancy outcome
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Science and Innovative Research (IJMSIR) - Year 2018, Vol 3, Issue 12
Abstract
Background: Dengue is a vector transmitted viral infection; tropical and subtropical countries see outbreaks of dengue each year. Dengue infection in pregnancy carries the risk of haemorrhage for both the mother and the new-born. The present study was undertaken to assess the impact of dengue infection on pregnancy outcomes. Method: In this retrospective observational study, twenty pregnant women admitted during the seasonal outbreak of dengue were studied in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, at Bhabha Hospital Bandra Mumbai during the period of June to September 2018. Results: The mean age of the women was 27.2 ± 3.73 year and the average gestational age at presentation was 25.45 ± 9.40 weeks. Most common presenting symptom was fever followed by fever with myalgia. Out of 20 women 80% had dengue fever, 15% had dengue haemorrhagic fever (DHF) and 5% had dengue shock syndrome (DSS). Only 5% patient required platelet transfusion. There was 1 maternal death due to DSS. 4 patients delivered vaginaly. We had no Perinatal and neonatal complications. Conclusion: Dengue in pregnancy requires early diagnosis and treatment. A high index of clinical suspicion is essential in any pregnant woman with fever during epidemic.
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Dr Aditi Phulpagar
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