An MMWR study suggests that pregnant women with COVID-19 are more likely to be hospitalized and are at increased risk for intensive care unit (ICU) admission and receipt of mechanical ventilation than nonpregnant women, states a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Risk of death is similar for both groups. But much remains unknown.
The CDC is collaborating with state, local, and territorial health departments and external partners to better understand COVID-19 during pregnancy. Health departments that are notified of COVID-19 cases in pregnant women may collect more information on these women using an optional module in addition to the case report form. Findings will be rapidly translated into updated clinical guidance for pregnant women and infants.
