Pregnancy Complicated by Q fever

Authors:

Levin G*, Zigron R, Rani Haj Yahya, Matan L and Rottenstreich A

DOI: 10.23880/whsj-16000107

Volume 2, Issue 1

Abstract

Q fever r is a zoonosis caused by Coxiella burnetii which is highly contagious. Little is known about acquisition of Q fever during pregnancy, yet, it is known to be associated with severe maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality. We present a case of 2nd trimester pregnant who was diagnosed with Q fever during workup for fever of unknown origin. We will discuss diagnosis treatment and labor management.

Keywords:

Q fever; Pregnant; Zoonosis; Peripartum; Clotrimazole

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