Infectious Diseases During Pregnancy in Sri Lanka: An Assessment of Surveillance, Diagnostic Challenges, and Policy Gaps - A Scoping Review - Summary - MDSpire
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Infectious Diseases During Pregnancy in Sri Lanka: An Assessment of Surveillance, Diagnostic Challenges, and Policy Gaps - A Scoping Review
To map and synthesize evidence on infectious diseases in pregnancy in Sri Lanka, focusing on disease burden, including specific diseases like Listeriosis, Tuberculosis, and Malaria, and their impact on maternal and fetal health.
Key Findings:
Infectious diseases are a leading cause of indirect maternal deaths in Sri Lanka, with specific statistics indicating a rise in cases.
There are significant gaps in surveillance, data availability, and management of infectious diseases in pregnancy, highlighting the need for improved systems.
Pregnant women in Sri Lanka face increased susceptibility to infections like Listeriosis, Tuberculosis, and Malaria, necessitating targeted interventions.
Interpretation:
Strengthening surveillance and management of infectious diseases in pregnancy is crucial for improving maternal and fetal health outcomes in Sri Lanka, with actionable steps needed for implementation.
Limitations:
Limited representation of local publications in indexed journals may skew the findings.
Exclusion of articles reporting estimated data on maternal morbidity and mortality could lead to an incomplete understanding of the issue.
Conclusion:
Addressing the identified gaps in evidence and policy is essential for enhancing maternal health services related to infectious diseases in Sri Lanka, with specific recommendations for future research and policy development.
