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Alijani L, Sanaye Naderi M, Mohammadian H, Ghaharzadeh Mahabadi M. Brucellosis in Late Pregnancy Presenting with Severe Hip Pain: A Case Report and Review of Diagnostic Challenges. SJMR 2026; 11 (1) : 4
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1- Sarem Gynecology, Obstetrics and Infertility Research Center, Sarem Women’s Hospital, Iran University of Medical Science (IUMS), Tehran, Iran.
2- Sarem Gynecology, Obstetrics and Infertility Research Center, Sarem Women’s Hospital, Iran University of Medical Science (IUMS), Tehran, Iran. & Sarem Cell Research Center (SCRC), Sarem Women’s Hospital, Tehran, Iran.
3- 3- Department of Public Administration, Payame Noor University, Tehran, Iran.
2- Sarem Gynecology, Obstetrics and Infertility Research Center, Sarem Women’s Hospital, Iran University of Medical Science (IUMS), Tehran, Iran. & Sarem Cell Research Center (SCRC), Sarem Women’s Hospital, Tehran, Iran.
3- 3- Department of Public Administration, Payame Noor University, Tehran, Iran.
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Introduction: Brucellosis (Malta fever) is an infectious disease that can lead to serious complications during pregnancy. This study presents a case of a pregnant woman with brucellosis and highlights the importance of early diagnosis and appropriate treatment in ensuring maternal and neonatal health. As a systemic zoonotic infection, brucellosis is typically transmitted through direct contact with infected animals or consumption of contaminated animal products. During pregnancy, it may result in severe complications such as spontaneous abortion, preterm delivery, and vertical transmission to the neonate. Therefore, timely diagnosis and management are of critical importance.
Case Presentation: This report describes a 35-year-old pregnant woman who developed brucellosis in the late stages of pregnancy. Her symptoms included fever, myalgia, and generalized weakness. Following diagnosis, treatment with rifampin was initiated. Delivery was performed via cesarean section at 38 weeks and 6 days of gestation. A healthy female neonate was born, and the mother was advised to avoid breastfeeding for 72 hours after initiation of treatment.
Conclusion: This study emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis and appropriate treatment of brucellosis in pregnant women. The findings suggest that proper management can significantly reduce disease-related complications and ensure favorable maternal and neonatal outcomes. These results may serve as a reference for future studies and highlight the need to improve awareness among healthcare providers and pregnant women regarding the risks and management of brucellosis.
Case Presentation: This report describes a 35-year-old pregnant woman who developed brucellosis in the late stages of pregnancy. Her symptoms included fever, myalgia, and generalized weakness. Following diagnosis, treatment with rifampin was initiated. Delivery was performed via cesarean section at 38 weeks and 6 days of gestation. A healthy female neonate was born, and the mother was advised to avoid breastfeeding for 72 hours after initiation of treatment.
Conclusion: This study emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis and appropriate treatment of brucellosis in pregnant women. The findings suggest that proper management can significantly reduce disease-related complications and ensure favorable maternal and neonatal outcomes. These results may serve as a reference for future studies and highlight the need to improve awareness among healthcare providers and pregnant women regarding the risks and management of brucellosis.
Article number: 4
Article Type: Case Report |
Subject:
Pregnancy Care
Received: 2026/05/7 | Accepted: 2026/05/20 | Published: 2026/06/17
Received: 2026/05/7 | Accepted: 2026/05/20 | Published: 2026/06/17
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