MDTV on Pregnancy and Lupus Risks and Complications
Each woman with Lupus brings a unique set of health conditions to her pregnancy and the right medical team has to be assembled, including a high-risk obstetrician. While the majority of outcomes are good, Lupus pregnancies can be threatened by complications. Watch this MDTV Learning Module (3) to learn more.
By MDTV
Each woman with Lupus brings a unique set of health conditions to her pregnancy, and the majority of outcomes are good. However, Lupus pregnancies can be threatened by a variety of conditions from high blood pressure to increased disease activity. Disease flares can mimic signs of preeclampsia which can make for a difficult differential diagnosis. This is why the right medical team has to be assembled, including a high-risk obstetrician, in order to handle any complications that may arise.
