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Pulmonary Edema In Pregnancy – Related Questions
Pulmonary Edema In Pregnancy
INCIDENCE
Risk Factor | Odds Ratio for Developing Pulmonary Edem | 95% Confidence Interval |
Preterm labor | 10.9 | 1.3-13.0 |
Tocolytic therapy | 4.3 | 2.3-8.4 |
Transfusion | 2.3 | 2.2-8.4 |
Chorioamnionitis | 2.7 | 1.1-6.5 |
Mar 13 2022
Is Pulmonary Embolism Common During Pregnancy?
When a clot breaks free and travels to the lungs, it becomes a medical emergency known as pulmonary embolism (PE). PE is rare, affecting approximately 1 in 7,000 pregnancies, according to Williams Obstetrics 25th edition. However, PE accounts for approximately 11% of maternal deaths.
Can Pitting Edema In Pregnancy Be Harmful?
Yes, it is normal and you don’t need to worry about developing a pitting edema in pregnancy if you are otherwise healthy. During pregnancy, body fluids increase to nurture both you and your baby, and accumulate in your tissues. Normal swelling is experienced in the legs, ankles, hands, face, and feet.