Abstract:Background: Pregnancy may worsen underlying autoimmune rheumatologic illnesses. The trans-placental transmission of autoantibodies can harm the foetus or newborn. Aim: To determine the impact of maternal rheumatological disorders on fetal and newborn outcomes. Methods: A descriptive longitudinal study was conducted at Fatima Memorial Hospital enrolling 32 pregnant women with rheumatologic disorders by consecutive sampling. Data was collected regarding maternal demographics, diagnosis, serum markers, Fetal &am… Show more
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