Covid in pregnancy raises child's risk for developmental disorders
15 days ago
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- Children born to mothers with COVID-19 during pregnancy face higher risks of developmental disorders by age 3, including speech delays, autism, and motor disorders.
- The greatest risk occurs when infection happens during the third trimester of pregnancy.
- Males were found to be at higher risk than females for neurodevelopmental conditions.
- The study analyzed 18,124 mother-child pairs, with 16.3% of children from COVID-positive pregnancies diagnosed with neurodevelopmental disorders, compared to 9.7% from COVID-negative pregnancies.
- COVID-19 infection during pregnancy was associated with a 29% higher odds of neurodevelopmental conditions in children after adjusting for other factors.
- The findings emphasize the importance of preventing COVID-19 during pregnancy and maintaining trust in vaccines.
- Parental awareness of these risks is crucial for advocating proper evaluation and support for affected children.