Meconium testing for cocaine metabolite: prevalence, perceptions, and pitfalls

Article Abstract:

Cocaine use may be higher among pregnant women who are from a lower socioeconomic group or an ethnic minority than among those who are not. A study tested the meconium of 621 newborns for benzoylecgonine, a metabolite of cocaine. Meconium is the green mucilaginous material found in the intestines of a full term fetus. Three percent of the infants had levels of benzoylecgonine that were considered positive for maternal cocaine use. Forty-eight percent of the mothers of infants with positive results were black, and 38% were Hispanic. Mothers of cocaine-positive infants were less educated and usually began prenatal care later in their pregnancy. They were more likely to have had several earlier pregnancies and to have complications during their pregnancy. They were also more likely to have had a sexually transmitted disease.

Children, Demographic aspects, Drug abusers, Children of drug addicts

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The effects of crack bingeing on pregnancy

Article Abstract:

Pregnant women who use cocaine or crack can put their babies at risk of prematurity, death, and problems with growth and neurodevelopment. The mothers themselves are also at risk of maternal death, cerebrovascular accidents, vaginal bleeding, myocardial infarction, and abruptio placentae. A survey of three different groups of drug users has revealed that erratic bingeing can be as hazardous as chronic regular consumption.

Crack (Drug)

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A study of antenatal cocaine use -- chaos in action

Article Abstract:

Pregnant women who use cocaine have a higher risk of some adverse pregnancy outcomes. Many do not receive adequate prenatal care and use other substances such as tobacco, alcohol, and marijuana. They are more likely to have a history of physical abuse and incarceration, as well as sexually transmitted diseases. They often have premature births and their babies are smaller than normal.

Health aspects, Cocaine abuse

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