Obstetrics

Index Spots Pregnancy Risks For Women With Heart Disease

Published in Women's Health Weekly, August 23rd, 2001

A risk index can predict the extent of pregnancy complications in women who have heart conditions, which means those at high risk can be directed to specialized treatment facilities, according to the comprehensive study published in the July 31, 2001, issue of Circulation.

Despite modern obstetric and cardiac care, pregnancy in women with heart disease can be associated with significant complications to the health of the mother and child. Current risk estimates are primarily based on retrospective studies, a particular type of heart disease or examined cases at a specific hospital. This is the first large-scale study taking a prospective look at the frequency...

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Source: Women's Health Weekly (2001-08-23)

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