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M Bloechle1, R Bollmann, R Chaoui

  • 1Universitätsfrauenklinik Charité, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin.

Zeitschrift Fur Geburtshilfe Und Neonatologie
|May 1, 1995
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This study details a successful pregnancy in a patient with Takayasu arteritis type I. Management included reduced immunosuppression and verapamil, with normal Doppler-sonography and a healthy infant delivery.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Obstetrics
  • Rheumatology

Background:

  • Takayasu arteritis is a rare, chronic inflammatory disease affecting large arteries, primarily the aorta and its branches.
  • Pregnancy in patients with Takayasu arteritis presents significant risks to both mother and fetus, requiring careful management.
  • Type I Takayasu arteritis involves the aortic arch and its branches, posing unique challenges during gestation.

Observation:

  • A patient with Takayasu arteritis type I underwent a carefully monitored pregnancy.
  • Immunosuppressive therapy was adjusted, reduced during pregnancy and maintained at a low level postpartum.
  • Verapamil was administered in the third trimester to manage elevated blood pressure (190/60 mm Hg).

Findings:

  • Repeated Doppler-sonography from 20 weeks gestation showed normal findings throughout the pregnancy.

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  • A healthy infant was delivered vaginally at 37 weeks gestation.
  • The postpartum period was uneventful, with stable maternal condition.

    • Implications:

    • This case highlights the feasibility of successful pregnancy outcomes in Takayasu arteritis type I with appropriate multidisciplinary management.
    • Doppler-sonography is a valuable tool for monitoring fetal well-being in pregnancies complicated by Takayasu arteritis.
    • Optimized immunosuppressive and antihypertensive therapy can effectively manage risks associated with Takayasu arteritis during pregnancy.