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Cerebrovascular disorders associated with pregnancy
American Family Physician
|June 1, 1986
Summary
Stroke is a significant cause of maternal mortality. Recognizing stroke symptoms in pregnancy is crucial for timely diagnosis and preventing mismanagement of pregnant patients.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Obstetrics
- Vascular Medicine
Background:
- Stroke represents a critical cause of maternal mortality.
- Cerebrovascular events in pregnancy encompass various types, including intracerebral hemorrhage, intracranial venous thrombosis, and subarachnoid hemorrhage.
- These conditions can stem from diverse etiologies such as eclampsia, metastatic choriocarcinoma, ruptured arteriovenous malformations, hypercoagulable states, or local vascular damage.