Neurocritical Care Review Course-Neurologic Complications in the Obstetric Population

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Video Summary

In this video, Professor Marie Baldessari discusses various neurologic complications in pregnancy. She focuses on conditions such as eclampsia, cerebrovascular disease, intracranial hemorrhage, cerebral venous sinus thrombosis, and reversible encephalopathic syndromes. She explains the physiological changes that occur in pregnancy, which predispose women to these complications. Professor Baldessari highlights the importance of diagnosing these conditions, emphasizing the need for imaging tests such as CT and MRI. She also explains the treatment options for each condition, including blood pressure control, anticoagulant therapy, and surgical intervention when necessary. Professor Baldessari reminds healthcare providers to prioritize the well-being of the mother, even if it means performing procedures that carry minimal risks to the fetus. She concludes by emphasizing the importance of following established guidelines and not delaying necessary examinations or treatments.

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Marie R. Baldisseri, MD, MPH, FCCM

Keywords

neurologic complications

pregnancy

eclampsia

cerebrovascular disease

intracranial hemorrhage

cerebral venous sinus thrombosis

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