The Effect of Coronavirus 2019 Infection in Pregnant Women : A Systematic Review

Authors

  • Kanjana Srisawad School of Nursing, Sukhothai Thammathirat open University
  • Somjai Puttapithukpol School of Nursing, Sukhothai Thammathirat open University

Keywords:

Coronavirus 2019 infection, Pregnant women

Abstract

The purpose of this systematic review was to summarize knowledge from research on the effects of Coronavirus 2019 infection in pregnant women. The research model was used according to The Joanna Briggs Institute for Evidence Based Nursing and Midwifery consisting of selecting research published from 2020 to 2022. Research tools consisted of 1) Inclusion criteria form 2) Critical appraisal form and 3) Data extraction form. Analyze the data by narrative summary
The study found that a systematic review, there were 26 studies affecting pregnant women, namely premature labor, miscarriage, caesarean section, maternal death, premature rupture of the membranes and psychosocial effects of pregnant women showed increased depression and anxiety. Effect of Coronavirus 2019 infection in pregnant women on their babies is neonatal deaths, fetal distress, fetal growth retardation and low birth weight. The results of this systematic review should be used as a guideline for the care of pregnant women in order to prevent potential adverse effects on pregnant women and their infants.

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10-04-2024

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Srisawad K, Puttapithukpol S. The Effect of Coronavirus 2019 Infection in Pregnant Women : A Systematic Review. J Royal Thai Army Nurses [Internet]. 2024 Apr. 10 [cited 2024 Nov. 19];25(1):95-104. Available from: https://he01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/JRTAN/article/view/264708

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