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A pregnant patient is diagnosed with syphilis. What is the approximate percentage of females infected with syphilis who will have an adverse birth outcome, such as miscarriage, stillbirth, a very low-birth-weight infant, or an infant born with congenital syphilis?

A. 5%
B. 1%
C. 50%
D. 20%



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Final answer:

Approximately 40% of females infected with syphilis may have adverse birth outcomes.


Explanation:

Approximately 40% of females infected with syphilis will have an adverse birth outcome, such as miscarriage, stillbirth, low-birth-weight infants, or infants born with congenital syphilis. Untreated syphilis in pregnant women can result in significant complications for both the mother and the fetus.


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