Efectos de la COVID-19 en la lactancia materna en Chile durante el 2020 / Effects of COVID-19 on breastfeeding in Chile during 2020

RESUMEN

RESUMEN Actualmente en Chile y en gran parte del planeta se está viviendo una infección respiratoria que ha causado un gran impacto, conocida como coronavirus o COVID-19. La presente revisión tuvo como objetivo describir la influencia del COVID-19 en la lactancia materna en Chile durante el año 2020. Hasta el momento no existe evidencia científica que revele la presencia de COVID-19 en la leche materna. Se recomienda seguir con la lactancia en ausencia o presencia de COVID-19, pero con todas las medidas higiénicas y de seguridad orientadas por la autoridad sanitaria. Se ciaron un total de 34 artículos.

ABSTRACT

ABSTRACT Currently in Chile and in much of the planet a respiratory infection that has caused a great impact, known as coronavirus or COVID-19, is being experienced. The present review aimed to describe the influence of COVID-19 on breastfeeding in Chile during 2020. To date, there is no scientific evidence that reveals the presence of COVID-19 in breast milk. It is recommended to continue breastfeeding in the absence or presence of COVID-19, but with all hygiene and safety measures directed by the health authority. A total of 34 articles were published.