Abstract. Recurrent abortions, typically defined as more than 2 consecutive early abortions, occur in around 1 % of fertile couples. The risk for further abortions in women < 40 years of age ...

Abstract. The term “complicated multiples” is usually used to describe monochorionic pregnancies. The adaptive placental processes to sustain two instead of one fetus are complex and still poorly understood. An unequal sharing ...

Abstract. Venous thromboembolism is still one of the main factors contributing to pregnancy-related morbidity and mortality in developed countries. Effective prophylaxis and safe treatment of venous ...

Abstract. Pregnancy induces changes of the maternal immune system. These changes can have a positive or a negative effect on maternal autoimmune diseases. Patients should plan their pregnancy in a phase of inactive ...

Abstract. Preeclampsia contributes substantially to both maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality. Novel markers have improved diagnostic and predictive testing for preeclampsia. The ...

Abstract. Prenatal screening for fetal aneuploidies and most of all for trisomy 21 played a central role in research over the last several decades. The discovery of free fetal DNA (ffDNA), also called ...

Abstract. Preterm birth rates of 5 % to 11 % in western industrialized countries reflect a persisting obstetrical problem. Prematurity is the leading cause of perinatal morbidity and mortality. Sequelae in ...

Abstract. The perinatal period represents a specific and vulnerable period during the development of a neonate. The complex maturation process of a brain can easily be disrupted by preterm birth or asphyxia. Current ...

Abstract. Increasing cesarean section rates cause growing consultation rates for pregnancies with previous cesarean section. Complications such as cesarean scar pregnancies or placenta praevia/accreta ...

Abstract. Cardiovascular disease is a predominant cause of morbidity and mortality. Minimising this threat is a major issue. Hypertensive pregnancies are linked to women with a high ...