Key result
Routine antenatal screening for the factor V Leiden mutation in asymptomatic gravidas cannot be recommended at the present time.
Why the study?
Should asymptomatic gravidas undergo routine antenatal screening for the factor V Leiden mutation?
Population
Asymptomatic gravidas (pregnant women)
Design
Review
Authors
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Does not support routine antenatal screening; leaves open the role of selective testing in high-risk subgroups.
Should asymptomatic gravidas undergo routine antenatal screening for the factor V Leiden mutation?
Routine antenatal screening for the factor V Leiden mutation is not currently recommended for asymptomatic pregnant women.
Rouse et al. (1997) conducted a review in Thromboembolic disease / Factor V Leiden mutation. Routine antenatal screening for the factor V Leiden mutation was evaluated. Routine antenatal screening for the factor V Leiden mutation in asymptomatic gravidas cannot be recommended at the present time.
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