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VOL. 12, ISSUE 1 (2026)
Impact of respiratory disorders on maternal and foetal outcomes: A comprehensive review
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Mangal Shankar Madawal, Tanusri Patra, Somdutta Banerjee, Swati Nakhale
Abstract
Respiratory disorders during pregnancy represent a significant clinical
concern due to their potential to adversely affect both maternal health and
Foetal development. Physiological changes in pregnancy, including increased
oxygen demand, reduced lung capacity, and altered immune responses, can
exacerbate pre-existing respiratory conditions or increase susceptibility to
acute infections. Disorders such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary
disease (COPD), pneumonia, tuberculosis, influenza, and emerging viral
infections including COVID-19 have been associated with increased risks of
maternal morbidity, preterm birth, intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), low
birth weight, and perinatal mortality. Poorly controlled respiratory illness
can lead to maternal hypoxemia, systemic inflammation, and placental
insufficiency, thereby compromising Foetal oxygen and nutrient supply. This
review synthesizes current evidence on the epidemiology, pathophysiology,
maternal and Foetal outcomes, and management considerations of respiratory
disorders in pregnancy, highlighting the importance of early diagnosis,
multidisciplinary care, and optimized treatment strategies to improve pregnancy
outcomes.
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Pages:35-37
How to cite this article:
Mangal Shankar Madawal, Tanusri Patra, Somdutta Banerjee, Swati Nakhale "Impact of respiratory disorders on maternal and foetal outcomes: A comprehensive review". International Journal of Medical and Health Research, Vol 12, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 35-37
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