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  • Ophthalmology and Maternal Health

Background:

  • Pregnancy induces widespread physiological and potential pathological changes across all bodily systems.
  • The visual system is notably affected, experiencing diverse ocular alterations during gestation.

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  • This review synthesizes current knowledge on ocular changes during pregnancy.
  • It focuses on conditions requiring ophthalmologist recognition, management, and treatment.

Key Points:

  • Physiological ocular changes are common during pregnancy.
  • Pregnancy can exacerbate pre-existing eye conditions or lead to new pathologies.
  • Specific pregnancy-related eye diseases may emerge.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding and managing ocular health during pregnancy is vital for fetal well-being.
  • Ophthalmologists play a critical role in monitoring and treating pregnancy-associated eye conditions.