Pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
What is the gold standard test for ectopic pregnancy?
A
Laparoscopy - but only used when…
TVS/USS cannot confirm EP. Should do 90% of the time.
Progesterone <20. Serum hcg rise of <66% in 48hrs. (Suggests but not diagnostic)
2
Q
What are the pregnancy risks a women with Type 1 diabetes?
A
Increased risk of pre-eclampsia and IUGR.
3
Q
What does ace inhibitors do to foetus?
A
Renal agenesis
Stop ACE-I
4
Q
Who gets aspirin in pregnancy?
A
Hypertension or pre-eclampsia RF
5
Q
Which vitamin can be tetratogenic in pregnancy?
A
Vitamin A (retinol)
6
Q
How is spina bifada best diagnosed?
A
On ultrasound (blood test can show high AFP)
7
Q
Complications of varicella in pregnancy?
A
Miscarriage
Microcephally, hypoplasia of limbs, eye defects, mental retardation
