Vertically transmitted infection
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vertically-transmitted-infection-202-10988110
title:
Vertically transmitted infection
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A vertically transmitted infection is an infection caused by pathogenic bacteria or viruses that use mother-to-child transmission, that is, transmission directly from the mother to an embryo, fetus, or baby during pregnancy or childbirth. It can occur when the mother has a pre-existing disease or becomes infected during pregnancy. Nutritional deficiencies may exacerbate the risks of perinatal infections. Vertical transmission is important for the mathematical modelling of infectious diseases, es
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Infection caused by pathogens that use mother-to-children transmission
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vertically_transmitted_infection
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2024-01-01T06:33:14Z
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