Neonatal Outcomes in Maternal Depression in Relation to Intrauterine Drug Exposure

• Main Authors: Silvia Corti (Author), Paola Pileri (Author), Martina I. Mazzocco (Author), Chiara Mandò (Author), Anna F. Moscatiello (Author), Dario Cattaneo (Author), Stefania Cheli (Author), Sara Baldelli (Author), Laura Pogliani (Author), Emilio Clementi (Author), Irene Cetin (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Frontiers Media S.A., 2019-07-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background: SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) are the most useful drugs to treat depression during pregnancy. Intrauterine exposure to SSRIs may increase the risk of growth restriction, preterm birth and neonatal complications. However, advantages in treating depression seem to exceed...