Key result
Cardiac disease complicates 1% to 3% of pregnancies and causes 10% to 15% of maternal mortality, requiring a multidisciplinary team for optimal management throughout pregnancy.
Population
Pregnant women with cardiac disease, including congenital heart disease
Design
Review
Authors
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Supports multidisciplinary cardio-obstetric care; leaves open optimal protocols pending prospective trials.
A multidisciplinary team approach is essential for managing pregnant women with severe cardiac disease to ensure optimal outcomes.
Arafeh et al. (2006) conducted a review in Cardiac disease in pregnancy. Multidisciplinary management was evaluated. Cardiac disease complicates 1% to 3% of pregnancies and causes 10% to 15% of maternal mortality, requiring a multidisciplinary team for optimal management throughout pregnancy.
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