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Crohn's disease
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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Obstetrics
  • Immunology

Background:

  • Rising prevalence of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) globally.
  • Increasing number of pregnant individuals diagnosed with IBD.
  • Active IBD during pregnancy poses significant risks for maternal and fetal complications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline optimal management strategies for pregnant women with IBD.
  • To emphasize the importance of pre-pregnancy remission.
  • To provide guidance on delivery modes for IBD patients.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on IBD in pregnancy.
  • Analysis of risk factors and management guidelines.
  • Noninvasive monitoring and proactive treatment approaches.

Main Results:

  • Complete remission before conception is the primary goal.
  • Proactive management, including escalated therapies, is vital to prevent flares.
  • Vaginal delivery is generally safe, but cesarean delivery is recommended for specific conditions like IPAA or active perianal disease.

Conclusions:

  • Optimizing IBD management before and during pregnancy is critical.
  • Individualized care plans are necessary for pregnant women with IBD.
  • Careful consideration of delivery mode based on IBD status is essential.