Congenital heart disease (CHD) is a common congenital condition that can affect a patient's daily life and fertility. For women with congenital heart disease, pregnancy can present a range of risks and challenges. Therefore, it is of great significance to understand the risk of pregnancy in women with congenital heart disease and how to adopt effective coping strategies to protect the health of mothers and babies.
Risk factors. Increased burden on heart function: During pregnancy, a pregnant woman's heart needs to bear additional burdens, including the blood circulation and metabolic demands of the fetus. This can make people with congenital heart disease worse and even develop heart failure.
Risk of complications: Women with congenital heart disease may face a higher risk of complications during pregnancy, such as miscarriage, premature birth, fetal growth retardation, etc.
Surgical risks: For patients with congenital heart disease who require surgery**, pregnancy may increase the risk and complexity of surgery.
Coping strategies. Preconception Counseling: Women with congenital heart disease should receive a consultation with a medical professional before pregnancy to understand their medical status and fertility in order to develop a suitable family plan.
Regular prenatal check-ups: Pregnant women should have regular prenatal check-ups to closely monitor fetal development and heart function.
Medications**: Depending on the needs of the condition, the doctor may provide the patient with appropriate medications** to protect the health of the mother and baby.
Surgery**: For people with congenital heart disease who need surgery**, doctors may recommend surgery** before or after pregnancy to reduce the risk to the mother and baby.
Psychological support: Women with congenital heart disease may face greater psychological stress during pregnancy, so psychological support and counselling are also important coping strategies.
Conclusions and Recommendations.
Pregnancy in women with congenital heart disease is a challenging task that requires the patient to carry out under the guidance of a professional doctor. By understanding one's own disease status and fertility, and adopting appropriate birth planning and coping strategies, the risk to mothers and babies can be reduced and the health of mothers and babies can be guaranteed. At the same time, for patients who require surgery**, surgery should be performed before or after pregnancy** to reduce the risk and complexity of surgery. During pregnancy, pregnant women should have regular prenatal check-ups to closely monitor fetal development and their heart function. In addition, psychological support and counselling are necessary to help patients cope with possible psychological stress. December Creation Incentive Program