Review
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Ha T. Nguyen, Montarat Thavorncharoensap, Toi L. Phung, Thunyarat Anothaisintawee, Usa Chaikledkaew, Abhasnee Sobhonslidsuk, Pattarawalai Talungchit, Nathorn Chaiyakunapruk, John Attia, Gareth J. McKay, Ammarin Thakkinstian
Summary: A combination of hepatitis B vaccination and immunoglobulin significantly reduces the risk of vertical transmission of hepatitis B virus. Maternal tenofovir further reduces the transmission risk for mothers positive for both hepatitis B surface and envelope antigens. However, no additional agents provide further benefit for infants of mothers with mixed, unknown, or negative hepatitis B envelope antigen status compared to hepatitis B vaccination alone.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Infectious Diseases
Anna L. Funk, Ying Lu, Kyoko Yoshida, Tianshuo Zhao, Pauline Boucheron, Judith van Holten, Roger Chou, Marc Bulterys, Yusuke Shimakawa
Summary: Through analyzing 129 studies, we found that peripartum antiviral prophylaxis can significantly reduce the risk of HBV mother-to-child transmission, especially when using tenofovir disoproxil fumarate. There was no significant increase in any infant or maternal safety risks.
LANCET INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2021)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Raoul Kenfack-Momo, Sebastien Kenmoe, Guy Roussel Takuissu, Jean Thierry Ebogo-Belobo, Cyprien Kengne-Nde, Donatien Serge Mbaga, Serges Tchatchouang, Martin Gael Oyono, Josiane Kenfack-Zanguim, Robertine Lontuo Fogang, Chris Andre Mbongue Mikangue, Elisabeth Zeuko'o Menkem, Juliette Laure Ndzie Ondigui, Ginette Irma Kame-Ngasse, Jeannette Nina Magoudjou-Pekam, Jean Bosco Taya-Fokou, Arnol Bowo-Ngandji, Seraphine Nkie Esemu, Diane Kamdem Thiomo, Paul Moundipa Fewou, Lucy Ndip, Richard Njouom
Summary: In Africa, the prevalence of HBV and HCV infections among PLHIV is high, leading to an increased case fatality rate. African public health programs should prioritize the implementation of WHO guidelines on viral hepatitis screening and treatment for HIV-coinfected patients.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Greg Marchand, Ahmed Taher Masoud, Malini Govindan, Kelly Ware, Alexa King, Stacy Ruther, Giovanna Brazil, Hollie Ulibarri, Julia Parise, Amanda Arroyo, Catherine Coriell, Sydnee Goetz, Amitis Karrys, Katelyn Sainz
Summary: This study found that women exposed to marijuana during pregnancy had a significantly increased risk of adverse neonatal outcomes. These findings suggest that increased awareness of these risks may lead to improved outcomes.
Review
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Noemi Alcover, Giulia Regiroli, Alexandra Benachi, Christelle Vauloup-Fellous, Alexandre J. Vivanti, Daniele De Luca
Summary: This study aimed to describe the characteristics of fetal demise after SARS-CoV-2 infections. The results showed that fetal demise generally occurs a few days after the infection and is associated with placental inflammatory lesions and placental insufficiency.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Virology
Cesar Henriquez-Camacho, Ana Isabel Hijas-Gomez, Carlos Risco Risco, Maria Angeles Ruiz Lapuente, Rosa Escudero-Sanchez, Victor Moreno Cuerda
Summary: There is insufficient evidence to support the superior efficacy of nucleoside analogues compared to placebo/standard-of-care in treating acute viral hepatitis.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Young-Sun Lee, Ha Seok Lee, Ji Hoon Kim, Sung Won Chang, Myung Han Hyun, Haein Bak, Sehwa Kim, Min-Jin Lee, Chan Uk Lee, Young Kul Jung, Yeon Seok Seo, Hyung Joon Yim, Jong Eun Yeon, Soon Ho Um, Kwan Soo Byun
Summary: The study showed that the use of TDF in pregnant women with high HBV DNA titers can significantly reduce the perinatal transmission of hepatitis B virus, with per-protocol analysis demonstrating a stronger preventive effect. Although intention-to-treat analysis results were not significant, TDF was found to be effective in preventing vertical transmission without significant adverse events.
KOREAN JOURNAL OF INTERNAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Roberta Pereira Niquini, Jurema Correa da Mota, Leonardo Soares Bastos, Diego da Costa Moreira Barbosa, Juliane da Silva Falcao, Paloma Palmieri, Patricia Martins, Livia Melo Villar, Francisco I. Bastos
Summary: This study conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of HCV infection rates among haemodialysis patients in Brazil. The results showed a significant decline in HCV prevalence from 1992 to 2015. The study emphasizes the importance of specific interventions to prevent HCV infection and prompt diagnosis and treatment. In the context of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and economic and political crisis, targeted interventions for high-risk groups are particularly crucial to curb the spread of HCV.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Review
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Songqing Deng, Wenfang Zhong, Wen Chen, Zilian Wang
Summary: This study found that pregnant women with detectable hepatitis C virus (HCV) viral load are at increased risk of mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HCV, and the risk is even higher in those with a viral load >= 6 log(10) copies/mL. Coinfection with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) further increases the risk of HCV MTCT.
JOURNAL OF GASTROENTEROLOGY AND HEPATOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Psychiatry
Jianjun Wang, Fiammetta Cosci
Summary: This study systematically evaluated the symptoms and risks of neonatal SSRI withdrawal syndrome, and proposed relevant preventive measures.
PSYCHOTHERAPY AND PSYCHOSOMATICS
(2021)
Review
Microbiology
Carolina Rosadas, Graham P. Taylor
Summary: This systematic review examined interventions to prevent HTLV-1 mother-to-child transmission and found that avoiding breastfeeding is an effective strategy with a transmission prevention rate of 85%. It is currently recommended in several countries and regions.
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Tahrima Kayes, Harry Crane, Allison Symonds, Julie Dumond, Mackenzie Cottrell, Julia Di Girolamo, Sicha Manandhar, Tien Huey Lim, Edward Gane, Angela Kashuba, Miriam T. Levy
Summary: This study evaluated the pharmacokinetics of tenofovir alafenamide (TAF) and tenofovir (TFV) in breast milk and found that the concentrations of TAF and TFV were low, with negligible exposure to breastfeeding infants. These findings support the use of TAF to prevent mother-to-child transmission of chronic hepatitis B.
ALIMENTARY PHARMACOLOGY & THERAPEUTICS
(2022)
Review
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Tengfei Si, Zhenlin Huang, Robert Hegarty, Yun Ma, Michael A. Heneghan
Summary: This study comprehensively explores the interactions between pregnancy and autoimmune hepatitis (AIH) through a systematic review and meta-analysis of available studies. The results show that AST levels decrease during pregnancy in AIH patients, and the loss of biochemical remission is more common post-partum. High-risk subgroups, including patients with portal hypertension or without established remission, have higher rates of pre-term delivery. Compared with the general population, AIH patients also have a higher incidence of pre-term birth.
ALIMENTARY PHARMACOLOGY & THERAPEUTICS
(2022)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
S. Mehmandoost, M. Khezri, G. Mousavian, F. Tavakoli, F. Mehrabi, H. Sharifi, K. Dolan, M. Shokoohi
Summary: This study systematically summarized the prevalence of HIV, HBV, and HCV infections among incarcerated people in Iran. The results showed that the prevalences of these infections are relatively high in this population. Meta-analysis and regression analysis found a decrease in HIV and HCV infections over time.
Review
Infectious Diseases
Shouyuan Wu, Jianjian Wang, Qiangqiang Guo, Hui Lan, Yajia Sun, Mengjuan Ren, Yunlan Liu, Ping Wang, Ling Wang, Renfeng Su, Juanjuan Zhang, Yaolong Chen, Guobao Li
Summary: The global prevalence of HIV, HBV, HCV, and syphilis in pregnant women was found to be 2.9%, 4.8%, 1.0%, and 0.8% respectively in 2019. The prevalence of these infections in low-income countries was higher than the global level.
CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGY AND INFECTION
(2023)
