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Sneathia infections and adverse perinatal outcomes – short communication

Sneathia infections and adverse perinatal outcomes – short communication

Authors :
Valentin Varlas
Vlad Dima
Roxana Georgiana Bors
Source :
Romanian Journal of Infectious Diseases, Vol 25, Iss 3, Pp 71-74 (2022)
Publication Year :
2022
Publisher :
Amaltea Medical Publishing House, 2022.

Abstract

The influence of the maternal vaginal microbiome in vaginal birth is an important factor in the pathogenesis of early-onset neonatal sepsis. The incidence of Sneathia infection is hard to assess due to the difficulty in its detection, as special culture conditions are required. The laboratory methods used in its detection are based on molecular analysis. This emergent, anaerobic agent, by ascending from the female genital tract, can colonize and infect the amniotic fluid, fetal membranes, and placenta. Chorioamnionitis, neonatal sepsis, stillbirth, spontaneous premature labor, and preterm prelabour rupture of the membrane are some of the adverse reactions that can be associated with the presence of Sneathia. In conclusion, Sneathia infection, although underestimated due to its virulence, represents an increased risk of maternal-fetal infections, with the risk of developing a series of neonatal complications. The detection and treatment of this infection will contribute to a decrease in neonatal morbidity and mortality.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
14543389 and 20696051
Volume :
25
Issue :
3
Database :
Directory of Open Access Journals
Journal :
Romanian Journal of Infectious Diseases
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsdoj.b79a6f955b2b48e6a16aea097e64dbd8
Document Type :
article
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.37897/RJID.2022.3.1