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Hepatitis E Viral Infection in Pregnant Ladies, a Challenge for Obstetricians and Physicians

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Samia Jamil, Mahliqa Maqsud, Mehwish Ayyaz,Tayyaba Kanwal, Hafiz Muhammad Sajid Jehangir, Hamza Naeem, Samar Firdous and Sarmad Zahoor*

Background: Hepatitis E Virus (HEV) is the major cause of morbidity and mortality in pregnancy. The virus was detected about three decades ago. The incidence and severity during pregnancy vary widely around the world.

Material and methods: This observational retrospective study was conducted from March 2019 to February 2020 in Obstetrics & Gynaecology Department of Lady Aitchison Hospital, Lahore. 70 pregnant women with hepatitis E were subjected to detailed history taking. The diagnosis was based on positive Hepatitis E IgM (Anti HEV IgM) antibody on laboratory test in current pregnancy in antenatal period up to 42 days post-partum were included.

Results: Out of 70 pregnant women with Hep E IgM+ve, 3 (4.3%) wome... view more»

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