Reevaluation of the risk of fetal death and malformation after Q Fever.
meta_analysis · Level I
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Abstract
A meta-analysis of 136 Q fever pregnancies, including 4 new cases and 7 population-based serological studies, revealed significant increases in fetal death and malformation after Q fever during pregnancy. This poor obstetric outcome is prevented by antibiotic treatment.
Medical subject headings
- Congenital Abnormalities
- Fetal Death
- Pregnancy Complications, Infectious
- Q Fever