Which of the following is a known effect of dengue to fetuses, if mother is affected:
Ans. is d i.e. None of the aboveRef Fernando arias 4/e, pg313-314Dengue Fever in PregnancyMaterial risks:a. Associated with high maternal mortalityb. Deranged liver functions may mimic HELLP syndrome.Fetal risks:No evidence of teratogenicity, abortion or IUGR following dengue infection during pregnancy.Vertical transmission is present.Newborn presents with fever, hepatomegaly and thrombocytopenia. In grave infection, newborn may show coagulopathy.
Abortion
Teratogenicity
IUGR
None of the above
Medical & Surgical Illness Complication Pregnancy