Why the study?
What are the epidemiological risks and pregnancy outcomes associated with Trypanosoma cruzi infection in women?
Population
Non-pregnant and pregnant women with Trypanosoma cruzi infection (Chagas' disease)
Design
Review
Authors
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Maternal T. cruzi infection may warrant screening in endemic pregnancies; leaves open prospective studies on congenital outcomes.
What are the epidemiological risks and pregnancy outcomes associated with Trypanosoma cruzi infection in women?
This review highlights that while Chagas' disease presents with fewer ECG abnormalities in women compared to men, maternal T. cruzi infection poses significant risks for congenital transmission and child health.
Loretta Brabin (1992) studied this question.