Tuboovarian abscess occurring during pregnancy is a high-risk clinical situation. Pregnant women with this condition are at elevated risk for maternal morbidity and preterm delivery, and require prompt, specialised inpatient management.
Pregnant patient with tubo-ovarian abscess. Pregnant women suspected of having pelvic inflammatory disease are at high risk for maternal morbidity and preterm delivery.
This scenario requires hospitalisation and intravenous antimicrobial therapy — the complete regimen, sequencing, and specialist involvement are detailed in the full protocol.
Pregnant women suspected of having PID are at high risk for maternal morbidity and preterm delivery. These women should be hospitalized and treated with IV antimicrobials in consultation with an infectious disease specialist.
DOI: 10.15585/mmwr.rr7004a1
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