Os efeitos da Covid-19 na gestação e no puerpério: revisão narrativa

Abstract

The framework of COVID-19 in obstetrics is still permeated by many uncertainties as to its real impact on this course of life. The present work is an narrative literature review that aimed to clarify the impact of COVID-19 on pregnancy and the puerperium, as well as the possible repercussions for the fetus and the outcome of pregnancy. The most common symptoms among pregnant women are persistent cough, headache and anosmia. Among pregnant women with more severe conditions, prematurity rates are high. Existing data do not prove the existence of vertical transmission, however it is likely that it occurs. Newborns seem to have good results in the short term, but in the long term the influences are uncertain. Breastfeeding must be continued and encouraged. The vaccine's effectiveness in pregnant and postpartum women has been shown to be similar to the general population. New studies may provide further clarification regarding this new disease.