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SARS-CoV-2 in Pregnancy—More Hints of Rare Complications

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  • George L. Anesi

  • Arturo Casadevall

  • May 7, 2026

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    Maternal SARS-CoV-2 infection poses significant risks, including severe COVID-19 and potential adverse perinatal outcomes.

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    A study found a slight increase in congenital anomalies among infants born to mothers with SARS-CoV-2 infection, but results were not statistically significant.

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    The study's limitations include potential misclassification of asymptomatic infections and exclusion of stillbirths from the analysis.

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    Despite the lack of definitive evidence, there are biological plausibility and prior studies suggesting a potential link between SARS-CoV-2 and congenital anomalies.

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    The findings support the recommendation for COVID-19 vaccination in pregnant individuals due to maternal risks and the vaccine's safety profile.

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SARS-CoV-2 in Pregnancy—More Hints of Rare Complications

  • by George L. Anesi, Arturo Casadevall

  • May 7, 2026

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