Translational Virology in Pregnancy

Download or read book Translational Virology in Pregnancy written by Kristina M. Adams Waldorf and published by Frontiers Media SA. This book was released on 2023-01-05 with total page 137 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Viral pandemics, such as influenza A virus H1N1, Zika virus, and most recently SARS-CoV-2 are becoming more common. Depending on the virus, infection during pregnancy may impart risk for more severe maternal disease, preterm birth, preeclampsia, stillbirth or congenital anomalies. The maternal, placental and fetal immune response is essential for viral clearance. However, viral evasion of host immunity may lead to persistent viremia, placental infection and vertical transmission. There is an urgent need to understand the impact of a wide array of viruses on maternal-fetal immunity, maternal health, pregnancy outcomes and fetal development.