| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3015553 | Revista Española de Cardiología | 2006 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Pregnancy presents particular difficulties for women with valvular heart disease. In those with significant valve lesions, it is advisable to correct the valve disease before pregnancy is considered. Anticoagulant treatment involves serious problems for pregnant women with a mechanical prosthesis. They suffer increased risks of prosthetic valve thrombosis and of fetal embryopathy if they take oral anticoagulants during the first trimester.
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Authors
Pilar Tornos,