H1N1 Influenza and Pregnancy

摘要

Pandemic swine-origin influenza A (H1N1) emerged as a threatening pathogen in April 2009. Although this specific strain of influenza is dangerous to many subsets of individuals, including the very young or people with chronic medical conditions (Table 1), it has targeted pregnant women at an alarming rate and with potential serious sequelae. For these reasons, it is imperative that providers of prenatal care become familiar with the diagnosis and treatment of pregnant women with suspected H1N1 influenza. After reading this review, clinicians should be able to recognize patients with influenza-like illness and know how to treat such patients during both pregnancy and the postpartum period.