Additionally, CDC researchers said pregnant women with Covid-19 may be at an increased risk for other adverse outcomes, such as premature delivery. “Health departments that are notified of Covid-19 cases in pregnant women may collect more information... CDC will use this information to update clinical guidance for pregnant women and their infants,” it stated. According to the study, 10.5 per 1,000 pregnant women were admitted to the ICU compared to 3.9 per 1,000 women who were not pregnant. The study also found that they were also more likely to die, with 1.5 deaths per 1,000 pregnant women, compared to 1.2 per 1,000 women who aren't pregnant. “Although the absolute risks for severe Covid-19 –associated outcomes among women were low, pregnant women were at significantly higher risk for severe.

Source: Standard Digital November 03, 2020 09:46 UTC