Main Findings
The actual prevalence of MRSA carriers in pregnant women in the TAJIMA
area was 6.1%. The proportion of vaginal MRSA carriers was 1%. Being
multiparous and a healthcare provider were independent risk factors for
maternal MRSA colonization. MRSA was transmitted to neonates
predominantly via a vertical route at vaginal delivery, and its
frequency was as high as 44.4% in cases of MRSA-positive vaginas.
Maternal MRSA colonization is a risk factor of SSTIs in their neonates.