COVID-19 and novel mRNA vaccines in pregnancy: an updated literature review.

Authors :: Joubert E
Kekeh AC
Amin CN
Source :: BJOG : an international journal of obstetrics and gynaecology [BJOG] 2022 Jan; Vol. 129 (1), pp. 21-28. Date of Electronic Publication: 2021 Nov 01.
Publication Year :: 2022
Abstract: The novel coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, or COVID-19, has affected the world on a pandemic scale resulting in catastrophic outcomes and deaths. Currently, there is limited safety data specific to mRNA vaccine use in pregnant or lactating individuals and the potential risks to a pregnant individual and the fetus are unknown. We report an updated literature review of current information and evidence available to aid in the decision whether to vaccinate against COVID-19 currently being made by pregnant individuals and their healthcare providers so that they are able to make a well-informed recommendation and decision.<br /> (© 2021 John Wiley & Sons Ltd.)