[Pregnancy in women with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)]

This paper presents the view of literature on pregnancy in systemic lupus erythematosus. It includes opinions on the risk of lupus exacerbation during the pregnancy. Despite much researches, it was not possible to give a precise answer to the question whether pregnancy induces increased rate of lupus flare. The women suffering from SLE face higher risk of fetal losses, preterm births or intrauterine growth retardations. However, if the pregnancy is properly planned and under interdisciplinary medical care, it is highly possible, besides exceptional cases, to give birth to a healthy child. Most of the authors do not advise against pregnancy with lupus patients.