Viral Hepatitis During Pregnancy

Abstract

This study investigates the implications of viral hepatitis on pregnancy outcomes, conducted over one year at Sanjay Gandhi Hospital, Rewa, involving 60 pregnant women diagnosed with Hepatitis types A, B, C, D, and E. The research primarily focused on assessing the risks associated with gestational diabetes, preterm labor, cesarean sections, and vertical transmission rates. Results indicate significant associations between viral hepatitis, particularly types B and C, with increased risks of adverse pregnancy outcomes and notable rates of vertical transmission. These findings highlight the necessity of integrated care approaches, including early screening, careful monitoring, and the use of antiviral therapy where appropriate, to improve health outcomes for both mothers and their infants. Despite limitations such as the small sample size and single-center setting, this study contributes crucial insights into the management of viral hepatitis during pregnancy and underscores the need for broader research to validate and expand upon these results.

Keywords: Viral Hepatitis, Pregnancy Outcomes, Vertical Transmission, Antiviral Therapy.