Risks quantified in medically optimized pregnancy with lupus.

Pregnant women with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) who have ill-timed pregnancies are more likely to experience complications such as preeclampsia and preterm birth. Women with autoimmune conditions are at a higher risk for pregnancy complications, and planning pregnancies during times of well-controlled disease can improve outcomes. A study found that women with unintended pregnancies had a higher incidence of preeclampsia and stillbirth, while those who were not medically optimized for pregnancy were more likely to experience preterm birth and preeclampsia. It is important for healthcare providers to effectively communicate the risks and importance of pregnancy planning to patients with lupus. [Extracted from the article]

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