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Intravenous Iron Outperforms Oral Prophylaxis in Non-Anaemic Iron-Deficient Pregnancy: A Paradigm Shift in Antenatal Care?

By MedXY 01/14/2026

This multicentre RCT found that intravenous iron significantly boosts maternal hemoglobin before delivery in non-anaemic iron-deficient women compared to standard oral prophylaxis, highlighting the potential benefit of early ferritin screening and targeted parenteral intervention.

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Long COVID-19 in Pregnancy: Elevated Risk Amidst Mild Omicron Infection in a Boosted Vaccinated Cohort During COVID-19 Endemicity

By MedXY 12/24/2025

Pregnant women show increased risk of long COVID-19 post-SARS-CoV-2 infection during Omicron predominance despite mild disease, yet incidence remains modest in a highly vaccinated cohort, highlighting vaccination’s protective role amidst emerging endemicity.

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The Role of COVID-19 Vaccination in Improving Maternal and Perinatal Outcomes: A Comprehensive Review

By MedXY 12/24/2025

Vaccination against SARS-CoV-2 during pregnancy significantly lowers risks of severe maternal COVID-19, hospitalization, critical care admission, and preterm birth across variant periods, underscoring its safety and efficacy for maternal and neonatal health.

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First-Trimester Z-Drug Exposure Does Not Increase Overall Risk of Congenital Malformations

By MedXY 12/23/2025

A large-scale US cohort study of over 4.2 million pregnancies found no significant association between first-trimester Z-drug exposure—primarily zolpidem—and major congenital malformations, providing clinical reassurance for managing severe insomnia during pregnancy.

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Calcium Supplementation During Pregnancy for Preventing Hypertensive Disorders: Current Evidence and Clinical Implications

By MedXY 12/16/2025

This review synthesizes recent randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses on calcium supplementation during pregnancy, evaluating its effectiveness in preventing hypertensive disorders such as pre-eclampsia and related maternal and neonatal outcomes.

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Pregnancy DMT Management in Multiple Sclerosis Increases Relapse Risk — Anti‑CD20 Before Conception Is Most Protective

By MedXY 12/11/2025

A large French registry study shows that how disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) are managed during pregnancy meaningfully affects relapse rates in relapsing‑onset MS; prolonged natalizumab interruption and fingolimod use carry the highest risks, while preconception anti‑CD20 strategies are most protective.

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Wildfire Smoke During Pregnancy Linked to Higher Preterm Birth Risk in the US West: ECHO Cohort Analysis Shows Intensity, Duration, and Timing Matter

By MedXY 11/23/2025

A nationwide ECHO analysis found wildfire-specific PM2.5 exposure was associated with increased odds of preterm birth in the US West, with stronger effects for higher concentration, longer smoke waves, and mid-to-late pregnancy exposures.

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Maternal Paracetamol in Pregnancy and Child Neurodevelopment: Current Evidence Does Not Establish a Clear Causal Link

By MedXY 11/22/2025

An umbrella review of systematic reviews finds low to critically low confidence in studies linking prenatal paracetamol exposure to autism or ADHD; sibling-controlled analyses largely attenuate associations. Clinical guidance: use lowest effective dose for clear indications and avoid unnecessary prolonged use.

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Dapivirine Ring and Oral PrEP in Pregnancy: MTN-042/DELIVER Shows Infant Safety Through 12 Months

By MedXY 11/12/2025

A randomized phase 3b trial found no infant safety signals attributable to in-utero exposure to the dapivirine vaginal ring or oral tenofovir–emtricitabine PrEP over 12 months of follow-up, supporting use of both options for HIV prevention in pregnancy.

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Treatment Retention in Opioid Use Disorder During Pregnancy: Buprenorphine vs Methadone Discontinuation Patterns

By MedXY 10/30/2025

This nationwide cohort study reveals higher discontinuation rates of buprenorphine than methadone during pregnancy and up to one year postpartum, highlighting significant challenges in treatment retention for opioid use disorder in pregnant patients.

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Closed-Loop Insulin Delivery in Type 1 Diabetes During Pregnancy: Insights from the CIRCUIT Randomized Clinical Trial and Contemporary Evidence

By MedXY 10/24/2025

The CIRCUIT trial demonstrates that closed-loop insulin delivery significantly improves glycemic control during pregnancy in type 1 diabetes, increasing time in pregnancy-specific glucose range and reducing hypoglycemia risks relative to standard care.

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Hyperemesis Gravidarum and Depression: Unveiling the Bidirectional Link

By MedXY 10/18/2025

This comprehensive review examines the recent Finnish study highlighting the complex relationship between hyperemesis gravidarum and depression, emphasizing clinical implications for integrated mental health screening during reproductive care.

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Pregnancy and Disease Outcomes in Women with Moderate to Severe Multiple Sclerosis Disability

By MedXY 09/24/2025

This study evaluates how pregnancy affects relapse rates and long-term disability in women with moderate to severe multiple sclerosis (MS), showing pregnancy reduces relapse during gestation without worsening long-term disability progression.

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Breastfeeding After Hormone Receptor-Positive Breast Cancer: Insights From the POSITIVE Trial

By MedXY 09/09/2025

The POSITIVE trial reveals that two thirds of women with early hormone receptor-positive breast cancer successfully breastfed post-treatment, without a significant increase in cancer recurrence risk, offering reassurance to women considering pregnancy and breastfeeding after breast cancer.

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Impact of Maternal Trace Element Levels on Neonatal Growth Among Diabetic and Non-Diabetic Pregnancies

By MedXY 08/30/2025

A case–control study reveals that elevated copper levels in diabetic pregnant women negatively affect newborn weight and head circumference, while chromium correlates positively with birth length. Smoking exposure adversely impacts infants’ weight, underscoring maternal trace element status and lifestyle as key determinants of neonatal outcomes.

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The Microcirculation in Pregnancy: Guardian of Health or Victim of Preeclampsia?

By MedXY 08/13/2025

This article explores how microcirculation functions as a key regulator in normal pregnancy but is compromised in preeclampsia, revealing early hemodynamic mechanisms behind gestational hypertension.

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Seven Groups Who Should Avoid Fish Oil: Essential Precautions You Must Know

By MedXY 08/08/2025

Fish oil offers health benefits but is not suitable for everyone. Learn about the seven groups who should avoid fish oil to prevent health risks and ensure safe supplement use.

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Managing Allergies During Pregnancy: Key Tips for Expectant Mothers

By MedXY 08/06/2025

Explore how pregnant women can manage allergies to pollen, dust mites, and pet dander effectively to ensure health and comfort for themselves and their babies.

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How to Manage Irritability and Mood Swings During Pregnancy

By MedXY 08/06/2025

Pregnancy can cause mood swings and irritability due to hormonal changes. This article explores causes and practical strategies to manage emotional ups and downs for expectant mothers.

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Therapeutic Strategies for Disease-Modifying Therapy Management in Pregnant Women With Multiple Sclerosis: Relapse Risk and Clinical Implications

By MedXY 08/04/2025

Managing disease-modifying therapies (DMTs) during pregnancy in women with multiple sclerosis significantly affects relapse risk, with anti-CD20 strategies demonstrating superior protection compared to other approaches.