The benefits of influenza vaccine in pregnancy for the fetus and the infant younger than six months of age Flashcards Preview

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1
Q

Why are influenza vaccines not licensed or recommended for infants <6mo?

A

Vaccine effectiveness is unclear because their immune response is variable

2
Q

What is cocooning?

A

Immunization of postpartum women and an infant’s household contacts
Moderately effective but not cost effective

3
Q

What is the effectiveness of immunizing pregnant women to prevent influenza in infants <6mo?

A

Clinically effective, safe, and cost effective

4
Q

What are the teratogenic effects of influenza in the first trimester?

A
  1. Neural tube defects
  2. Hydrocephaly
  3. Congenital heart defects (i.e. aortic valve atresia or stenosis, VSD)
  4. Cleft lip
  5. Digestive system defects
  6. Limb reduction defects
5
Q

What are the recommended strategies to prevent influenza in infants <6mo?

A
  1. Immunization with TIV in second and third trimester of pregnant women
  2. Hand hygiene
  3. Avoid contact with infected people

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