Which of the following genital infections carries the highest risk for preterm delivery: March 2005: (A) Trichomonas vaginitis, (B) Monilial vaginitis, (C) Bacterial vaginitis, (D) Human papilloma virus
Answer is C. Ans. C: Bacterial Vaginitis Bacterial vaginosis increases the risk of preterm bih and premature rupture of membranes. It is also associated with infection of the placenta (chorioamnionitis) and post-cesarean infection.