Management of sickling conditions in pregnancy
Howard, R.J.
British Journal of Hospital Medicine 56(1): 7-10
1996
ISSN/ISBN: 0007-1064 PMID: 8831005 Document Number: 463330
Sickle cell disease is an inherited disorder of varying clinical severity with potentially serious complications. The pregnant woman with sickle cell disease is at considerable risk of morbidity and mortality and perinatal mortality rates are high. Expert knowledge of the condition, proper crisis intervention and appropriate management can alleviate some of these complications.