Stroke and pregnancy.

Davie, C A; O'Brien, P · J Neurol Neurosurg Psychiatry · 2008

review · Level V

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Abstract

Pregnancy-related stroke is, fortunately, a rare event. However, when it occurs, there may be implications for management of the patient and delivery of the child. This article reviews the mechanisms and risk factors for stroke related to pregnancy, the presenting features, diagnosis and management of the different stroke types, and the implications for pregnancy and delivery.

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