Transplacental passage of influenza A/Bangkok (H3N2) mimicking amniotic fluid infection syndrome
JA McGregor, JC Burns, MJ Levin, B Burlington… - American journal of …, 1984 - Elsevier
Influenza virus infection complicating pregnancy remains a matter of concern because of the
frequency of these infections and possible associated increased maternal and perinatal
risks. Influenza A/Bangkok (H 3 N 2) infection occurred in a gravid woman in association
with fever, chills, and uterine tenderness and contractions together with maternal and fetal
tachycardia. Initial evaluations led to consideration of amniotic fluid infection syndrome with
planned termination of the pregnancy. Examination of amniotic fluid obtained by …
frequency of these infections and possible associated increased maternal and perinatal
risks. Influenza A/Bangkok (H 3 N 2) infection occurred in a gravid woman in association
with fever, chills, and uterine tenderness and contractions together with maternal and fetal
tachycardia. Initial evaluations led to consideration of amniotic fluid infection syndrome with
planned termination of the pregnancy. Examination of amniotic fluid obtained by …