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A review of stroke in pregnancy: incidence, investigations and management
AbstractKey contentThe incidence of stroke in young and middle ‐aged adults is increasing, with pregnancy‐related strokes occurring in 30 in 100 000 pregnancies; strokes are three times more common among pregnant than among nonpregnant individuals aged 15–44 years.The investigation and management of stroke is changing because of the time ‐sensitive benefits of thrombolysis and thrombectomy in the acute management of ischaemic stroke.The approach to clinical assessment and investigation of a pregnant woman presenting with suspected stroke is not different from that of a non ‐pregnant patient:; timely brain imagi...
Source: The Obstetrician and Gynaecologist - November 13, 2019 Category: OBGYN Authors: Azy Khalid, Adriana Hadbavna, David Williams, Bridgette Byrne Tags: Reviews Source Type: research

Pregnancy-Related Stroke: A Review
Conclusions and Relevance Early recognition and management are integral in decreasing the morbidity and mortality associated with a stroke in pregnancy. Relevance Statement This study was an evidence-based review of stroke in pregnancy and how to diagnose and mange a pregnancy complicated by a stroke. Target Audience Obstetricians and gynecologist, family physicians Learning Objectives After completing this learning activity, the participant should be better able to identify the pregnancy-related risk factors for a stroke; explain the presenting signs and symptoms of a stroke in pregnancy; describe...
Source: Obstetrical and Gynecological Survey - June 1, 2022 Category: OBGYN Tags: CME ARTICLES Source Type: research