Research Topic · Peer-Reviewed

Chorioamnionitis

Chorioamnionitis is an infection of the innermost membrane surrounding a fetus and its amniotic fluid in the uterus that can lead to serious complications including preterm labor and birth, fetal brain damage, and even death. It can be caused by a variety of bacterial, fungal and viral sources, including Group B Str…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 3 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 2× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2690-4837 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Chorioamnionitis is an infection of the innermost membrane surrounding a fetus and its amniotic fluid in the uterus that can lead to serious complications including preterm labor and birth, fetal brain damage, and even death. It can be caused by a variety of bacterial, fungal and viral sources, including Group B Streptococcus. Diagnostic tests, such as amniocentesis, can help to detect the signs of chorioamnionitis. Treatment for chorioamnionitis may involve antibiotics, delivery or a combination of both. Early detection and management of chorioamnionitis are essential to reduce the risk of adverse outcomes for both mother and fetus.

Research published in this journal

3 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 3 articles above have been cited 2 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Oct 2025.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in International Journal of Infection Prevention (ISSN 2690-4837).

Journal editorial board
Tetsuya Suzuki · Japan Yosra A. Helmy · United States

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