Year: 2020
Type: article
Abstract: The global COVID-19 pandemic has been associated with high rates of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) transmission, morbidity and mortality in the general population. Evidence-based guidance on caring for babies born to mothers with COVID-19 is needed. There is currently insufficient evidence to suggest vertical transmission between mothers and their newborn infants. However, transmission can happen after birth from mothers or other carers. Based on the currently available data, prolonged skin-to-skin contact and early and exclusive breastfeeding remain the best strategies to reduce the risks of morbidity and mortality for both the mother with COVID-19 and her baby.
Source: Acta Paediatrica
DOI: 10.1111/apa.15413
Authors: Hoang Thi Tran, Phuong Thi Kim Nguyen, Le Thi Huynh, Chau Hoang Minh Le, Hoang Thi Nam Giang, Phuong Thi Thu Nguyen, John Murray
Language: English
Subfield: Obstetrics and Gynecology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W3034988264