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Aleksandra Polić1, Sarah G Običan1
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Morsani College of Medicine, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida, USA.
Objectives:
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic illness that often affects women of reproductive age. The objectives of this article are to review the impact of SLE on pregnancy and current management strategies, including commonly used therapies.
Methods:
We conducted a review of available literature on the clinical course of SLE, diagnosis, management and pregnancy complications.
Results:
SLE has a variable clinical course characterized by flares and periods of remission and can present unique challenges in the management of obstetric patients. Pregnancy in patients with SLE is associated with multiple risks, including fetal loss, preterm birth, fetal growth restriction, and hypertensive disease. With advancements in disease treatment, many women have favorable pregnancy outcomes, but appropriate preconception counseling and disease management remain important tools in reducing complications.
Conclusion:
Given the implications SLE can have on women of reproductive age and in pregnancy, understanding the disease course and management is important in order to optimize pregnancy outcomes.
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