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Autoimmune Diseases
Rheumatic disease, lupus may increase risks in pregnancy
December 15th, 2005
The first nationwide study of pregnancy outcomes in women with rheumatic disease confirms that they experience greater pregnancy risks and longer hospital stays than the average pregnant woman. The findings from the Stanford University School of Medicine provide women who have these conditions with a better understanding of the risks they face if they become pregnant and underscores the need for physicians to monitor closely their care. The author of the study, Eliza Chakravarty, MD, assistant professor of medicine (immunology and rheumatology), presented her findings during a scientific poster session at the American College of Rheumatology annual...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2005-12-15)
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