Fetal surveillance and delivery in maternal renal disease

THE CONTEXT

Pregnancy complicated by renal disease requires close fetal surveillance and individualized delivery planning.

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Fetal surveillance is maintained more closely.

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Timing of delivery depends on control of hypertension, fetal viability, and the level of renal function.

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Preterm delivery is common, with a reported frequency of 50%.

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