1- MSc, Nursing, Department of Nursing, Quchan School of Nursing, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
2- PhD, Health sciences, Department of nursing, Quchan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Quchan, Iran.
3- MSc, Midwifery, Department of midwifery, Quchan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Quchan, Iran
4- PhD, reproductive health, Department of midwifery, Quchan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Quchan, Iran
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Introduction: Pregnant women's greater vulnerability and risk of vertical transmission highlight the importance of preventing and controlling COVID-19 in this population. This study examined the conditions of mothers and newborns of pregnant women infected with COVID-19.
Methods: This cross-sectional descriptive study examined 220 pregnant mothers suspected of having the coronavirus at Quchan City Hospital over one year, starting in May 2019, and 81 mothers tested positive for the virus. Data collection employed a researcher-designed checklist, patient files, and coronavirus test results, and were analyzed using SPSS 24 software.
Results: The mean age of participants was (29.19 ± 6.14) years, the mean gestational age at the time of maternal COVID-19 infection was (36.18 ± 3.06) weeks, and hypothyroidism was the most common underlying condition in mothers (7.3%). Eight mothers (9.87%) required intensive care, and one of them died. The most frequent perinatal outcomes included fetal heart rate disorders (38.27%,) premature rupture of membranes (30.86%), premature birth (25.92%), and six cases of COVID-19 in newborns (13.6%).
Conclusion:
Given the high premature birth rate and its negative impact on infant health, resulting in hospitalization and costs, it is recommended that preventive and care measures be implemented during pregnancy.
Type of Study:
Orginal |
Subject:
Midwifery Received: 2024/08/1 | Accepted: 2025/01/5 | Published: 2025/07/13