Takayasu's syndrome in pregnancy.
Two cases of Takayasu's syndrome in pregnancy are presented. The obstetric courses of these women are compared with those of 7 others described in the literature. Symptoms of this rare condition may respond variably during pregnancy. Of the 9 women, 5 had worsening of their symptoms during gestation while 4 had milder symptoms than they had had prior to pregnancy. The best therapy is rest. Vaginal delivery is recommended and cesarean section should be reserved for obstetric indications.
D000328:Adult; D001015:Aortic Arch Syndromes / Q000175:diagnosis; D036861:Delivery, Obstetric; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011247:Pregnancy; D011249:Pregnancy Complications, Cardiovascular / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D013625:Takayasu Arteritis / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy